Issue - meetings

That the Council becomes a non-awarded member of the movement and in doing so, signs up to the vision and values of City of Sanctuary.

The Chief Officer (Housing and Assets) presented a report for the Council to become a non-awarded member of City of Sanctuary.  This network had developed to become an international movement to which Flintshire could contribute through its strong history of supporting refugees and build upon the launch of Flintshire City of Sanctuary in 2018.  The recommendation for the Council to become a non-awarded member of the movement represented a commitment to sign up to the vision and values of the movement whilst working towards the award.

In moving the recommendation, Councillor Ian Roberts said that the values and principles of the movement were shared by the County.  He was seconded by Councillor Christine Jones.

Also speaking in support, Councillors Hilary McGuill and Chris Bithell expressed their pride in the County’s support for refugees and those seeking sanctuary.

The recommendation was put to the vote and carried.

RESOLVED:

That the Council becomes a non-awarded member of the movement and in doing so, signs up to the vision and values of City of Sanctuary.