Council unanimously condemns terrorism and hate crimes

Councillor Sameena Zaheer

The Council unanimously approved a motion to condemn terrorism and hate crimes at Wednesday’s (12 July) Council meeting.

The motion, moved by Councillor Zaheer and seconded by Councillor Emsley, states:

“This Council unequivocally condemns the recent terror attacks at the Manchester Arena, London Bridge and Borough Market and Finsbury Park.

“The aim of terror attacks is to cause devastation and to drive a wedge between communities

“The Council pays tribute to Greater Manchester Police and the Metropolitan Police and the emergency services for their hard work and dedication in dealing with these attacks.

“The Council also notes that hate crime has risen sharply over recent years and this is something we also condemn.

“To let distrust and hatred grow between our communities would be to let terrorists think they can win. We as a council and the wider community cannot let that happen.”