Decision Maker: Council

Outcome: For Determination

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: No

Date of Decision: October 30, 2025

Purpose:

Content: That Council:  1. Seek recognition as a District of Sanctuary.  2. Sign up to the "City of Sanctuary" Charter and its principles and values.  3. Join the "City of Sanctuary" local authority network.   4. Continue working with key partners, community groups and people who have escaped persecution to establish a timetable and action plan for achieving District of Sanctuary status.   5. Continue to work with key partners and community groups to create greater public awareness of the needs and issues of people faced by those seeking sanctuary across the whole district, through a range of initiatives, projects and activities. Bring an initial report to Cabinet and full Council at the earliest opportunity outlining the action plan needed to obtain District of Sanctuary status.