Borough of Sanctuary
Southwark Council reaffirmed its Borough of Sanctuary commitment, vowing not to share discretionary information with the Home Office.
Southwark Council reaffirmed its commitment to being a Borough of Sanctuary in September 2026, with the Council Assembly adopting a motion not to share discretionary information with the Home Office for immigration enforcement purposes. This aims to safeguard trust between residents and public services, ensuring individuals do not fear approaching the council for support.
The Borough of Sanctuary policy involves councils committing to be welcoming places for migrants and refugees. Southwark Council's commitment includes not sharing discretionary information with the Home Office for immigration enforcement, while Hackney Council plans to establish itself as a welcoming place for those seeking refuge.
Key facts
- Southwark Council's Council Assembly adopted a motion on 2026-09-23. Source
- The motion states the council will not share discretionary information with the Home Office for immigration enforcement. Source
- Southwark Council reaffirmed its commitment to being a Borough of Sanctuary in September 2026. Source
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