Bristol stands ready to offer sanctuary to those fleeing the war in Ukraine, Bristol Mayor Marvin Rees has said.
Since Russia launched attacks on Ukraine last week, half a million people have now left the country, the United Nations estimates. However, the UN has warned that up to seven million people could end up fleeing the country as a result of the war.
Last night the UK Government announced the relaxation of visa rules, allowing Ukrainians with immediate family in Britain to flee to the UK. However, critics have said the offer does not go far enough and Labour has described the proposals as shameful, with the Refugee Council saying the UK appeared "mean-spirited" and unwelcoming.
