Bishop of Cork

On 30 July 1326, Pope John XXII, on the petition of King Edward II of England, issued a papal bull for the union of the bishoprics of Cork and Cloyne, the union to take effect on the death of either bishop.

The union should have taken effect on the death of Philip of Slane in 1327, however, bishops were still appointed to each separate bishopric.

The union eventually took place with Jordan Purcell appointed bishop of the united see of Cork and Cloyne in 1429.

In the Church of Ireland, the title eventually became part of the current united bishopric of Cork, Cloyne and Ross.

In the Roman Catholic Church, Cork and Cloyne remained united until 10 December 1747 when Pope Benedict XIV decreed them to be separated.