More than 260 locals offer to open homes to Ukranian refugees

Tuesday, 15 March 2022 14:02

By Leanne Cooke @leannelily18

More than 260 people on Island have stepped forward to welcome refugees into their homes.

That's according to Deputy Chief Minister Jane Poole-Wilson - who spoke in Tynwald this morning.

Earlier this month - government invited people willing to open their homes to refugees to get in touch.

Now, the Minister confirmed more than 260 people have offered - she told members government is continuing to work with the UK to allow refugees to travel here.

Mrs Poole-Wilson added while the Isle of Man has no military or diplomats, it does not mean we should remain silent amid the ongoing conflict.

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