I’m deeply shocked to learn that Reform have ended the Library of Sanctuary scheme, particularly given how vital this was for those fleeing Putin’s war in Ukraine when we opened our hearts and our homes to them.
The Library of Sanctuary scheme gave those fleeing persecution and seeking asylum a place to come together, learn, and integrate into our community by providing language resources, digital access, and a sense of belonging.
It was more than a name. It was a purposeful sign of Lancaster and Garstang’s compassion, and this undermines the proud humanity shown by Lancaster Central and Garstang libraries towards people in such a perilous situation.
Along with the Reform’s removal of Ukrainian flags from our buildings as a visible show of support, I’m worried that this removal of practical support is yet another step towards Reform distancing Lancashire and its residents from our commitment to Ukraine’s security, the security of our continent, and the security of this country. Some people say Reform are friends of Putin, and actions like this wonβt help them argue they arenβt!
My message to those who will lose resources and opportunities to meet, learn and integrate, as well as to residents across Lancaster and Wyre who feel this does not represent them is clear: π»πππ ππ πΏπππππ βπππ π€π ππππππ π‘πππππππ‘, π€ππππππππ πππ ππππππ π πππππ‘π, πππ π‘βππ πππ‘πππ ππ¦ π
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