Syrian group welcomed by the Mayor to Cloonavin

The Mayor, Councillor Richard Holmes, invited them to Council’s headquarters as a gesture of help and solidarity.

Talking afterwards, he mentioned: “I used to be happy to have this chance to fulfill with households from Syria who’ve made the Borough their house. It will be significant that we attain out the hand of friendship, particularly to those that have been pressured to flee below such troublesome circumstances.

“It’s encouraging to see how the group has settled right here and I hope they proceed to thrive and luxuriate in life within the space.”

Alderman Yvonne Boyle, Chair of Causeway Borough of Sanctuary, mentioned: “We’re delighted that the Mayor has a hosted a reception for Syrians who’re residing within the Borough. Lockdown has been a tough time on everybody however particularly these getting used to residing in a brand new nation.

“The Metropolis of Sanctuary motion promotes a tradition of welcome, inclusion and respect for variety. We’re glad that the Mayor additionally invited individuals who have been supporting the Syrians together with volunteer English lecturers and Causeway Borough of Sanctuary Committee members and want to thank him for the very heat welcome he afforded to the group.”