This afternoon Aberdeenshire councillors unanimously agreed a statement in support of the Ukrainian people. The council is ready to help resettle refugees fleeing the war.

The motion backed by councillors reads:

“Aberdeenshire Council reaffirms the commitment it made in September 2015 to actively supporting the resettlement of refugees. The Council expresses its full support and solidarity to the Ukrainian people and our peers in local and regional government and will contribute actively to a formal Ukrainian Refugee Resettlement Scheme. Moreover, if demand for resettlement exceeds existing council commitments, we resolve to increase our commitment appropriately.”

Conversations are continuing with national governments to progress ways in which Aberdeenshire Council can support those worst affected by the conflict. A page has been created on the council website which contains advice and links for ways you can help out, with donations or space you can offer. https://www.aberdeenshire.gov.uk/communi…/ukraine-support/