‘The motion was voted down during the meeting, with councillors from different party groups speaking about the good work that has been done through City of Sanctuary.’

Birmingham holds onto Sanctuary status

‘The motion was voted down during the meeting, with councillors from different party groups speaking about the good work that has been done through City of Sanctuary.’

by Rebecca Hardy 24th July 2026

Central England Quakers (CEQ) are celebrating Birmingham City Council’s vote to keep its City of Sanctuary status after a Reform bid to end it.

Birmingham holds onto Sanctuary status

‘The motion was voted down during the meeting, with councillors from different party groups speaking about the good work that has been done through City of Sanctuary.’

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