It is with deep sadness that we have been informed of the development surrounding the missing member of the community of the Sons of the Most Holy Redeemer, Brother Ignatius, and that a body has been recovered from the water surrounding Papa Stronsay.

Pending the outcome of investigations by the police and the resolution of the investigation and report to the Procurator Fiscal, , it would not be appropriate for me or the Diocese to make any further comment at this stage.

Our thoughts and prayers remain with the friends and family of Brother Ignatius and the community on Papa Stronsay.

Bishop Hugh Gilbert