Borough of Sanctuary Strategy
Lambeth Council is reviewing progress on its Borough of Sanctuary Strategy, which aims to support asylum seekers and refugees.
Lambeth Council's Borough of Sanctuary Strategy, which aims to improve support for asylum seekers and refugees, is showing significant progress. The Adult Social Care and Health Scrutiny Sub-Committee received an update in October 2026, noting that 15 of the 27 actions outlined in the strategy's action plan have been completed, with nine others currently in progress. The strategy was developed with input from individuals with lived experience.
The strategy was published by Lambeth Council in March 2026, following the borough's successful re-accreditation in December 2025. It seeks to promote equity and justice for sanctuary seekers and amplify their voices. Richmond upon Thames Council also has a strategy related to providing sanctuary and support.
Key facts
- 15 of 27 actions in Lambeth's strategy action plan are completed as of October 2026. Source
- Lambeth Council's Borough of Sanctuary Strategy was published in March 2026. Source
- Lambeth borough was successfully re-accredited in December 2025. Source
- The strategy was developed with input from individuals with lived experience. Source
- The strategy aims to improve support for asylum seekers and refugees. Source
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