Manchester becomes a Local Authority of Sanctuary
!["We are proud to be a sanctuary and a home for anyone fleeing persecution
and those who are striving
for a better life."](http://www.manchester.gov.uk/images/Cllr_Midley_Authority_of_Sanctuary_TILE.png)
Manchester City Council has made a commitment to be a place where people facing persecution in their home country can find welcome and refuge.
Manchester City Council has made a commitment to be a place where people facing persecution in their home country can find welcome and refuge.
Manchester is showing its solidarity with the people of Ukraine by celebrating their Independence Day with a host of events – as well as lighting up buildings in the city centre.