Arresting Gloriavale’s leader Howard Temple could ‘destabilise’ community, report claims

Arresting Gloriavale’s leader Howard Temple could ‘destabilise’ community, report claims

Caley Callaghan | Newshub |

A report obtained by Newshub shows concern from a government official over Gloriavale’s ability to meet protection measures for its residents. 

It suggests the arrest of leader Howard Temple for historical sex charges could destabilise the reclusive Christian community’s continuity and leadership structure. 

But the head of the Gloriavale leavers support group said the 83-year-old is still very much in charge – even though he’s living outside the commune. 

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