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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Politics
Rachael Burford

Flagship London council signs off 'borough of sanctuary' for asylum seekers plan

A flagship London council has signed off its strategy to become a “borough of sanctuary” for refugees and asylum seekers.

Westminster City Council said its plan means migrants who are placed or find themselves living in central London will more easily be able to access health support, safe homes and have better opportunities for education.

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