Council Convener offers condolences to the people of Turkey and Syria
Date: 9 February 2023
The Council’s Convener Graham Bevan has written to the people of Turkey and Syria offering sincere condolences to those affected by the devastating earthquakes.
“I am sure many of us have been watching the tragic scenes unfold before our eyes in disbelief and are deeply saddened by the rising death toll.
“We can only but imagine the untold horrors that so many are facing hour by hour and day by day as the rescue teams from around the world work around the clock to try and save more lives and recover those trapped from beneath the rubble.
“Their efforts are truly commendable but, sadly, as time passes, those miracle recovery stories become less and less, and many families face the reality that loved ones will not be returning safe and sound.
“There may be people in our communities who are anxious about friends and family in the region; we offer you our support and are thinking of you at this terrible time.
“Orkney is a diverse and multi-cultural community which values the richness people from all over the world bring to our lives. We were proud to have welcomed a small number of families from Syria to our shores through the Syrian Refugee Resettlement Scheme.
“I am sure we all stand together with Turkey and Syria at this terrible time.”
Residents who wish to offer support to the relief efforts can do so through the organisations listed below.
Official donations to relief appeal can be sent to:
Turkey-Syria earthquake appeal | British Red Cross
MSF UK | Médecins Sans Frontières
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