France's most senior Roman Catholic cleric, Cardinal Philippe Barbarin, has submitted his resignation to the Pope - but he says he will appeal his conviction for failing to report sexual abuse allegations against a priest.
Cardinal Barbarin was given a six month suspended sentence on Tuesday morning.
Elena Casas reports from Paris.
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Elena Casas
Elena Casas
Paris Correspondent
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