Arthur Burns

Arthur Burns was Professor of Modern British History and Academic Director of the Georgian Papers Programme at King's College London until his death in October 2023. His research examined the Church of England's institutional and cultural history since 1750, with particular focus on diocesan administration and the church's role mediating between national and local contexts.

Key scholarly contributions include:

• The Diocesan Revival in the Church of England (1999)
• Co-editorship of St Paul's: The Cathedral Church of London 604-2004 (2004)
• Leadership of the Clergy of the Church of England Database project (1540-1835)

He held significant leadership roles including Vice President (Education) of the Royal Historical Society (2012-2016) and President of the Church of England Record Society. His public engagement included television appearances on BBC documentaries about British monarchy and Georgian history.