To end Oxford’s official twinning links with the City of Perm in Russia.

At such a time as Russia’s breaches of international law cease the Council will consider the reinstatement of the twinning agreement with Perm but that will be subject to a separate decision.

Oxford has been linked with Perm since 1990 and the two cities have been twinned since 1995.

To approve the ending of Oxford’s official twinning agreement with Perm.

Oxford City Council condemns the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian government led by President Putin and the Russian government’s breaches of international law.

To maintain formal civic links with Perm – this is considered to be untenable in light of the Russian government’s breaches of international law and the continued bombing of Ukraine’s cities.

Decision taken by Councillor Susan Brown, Leader of the Council.

Decision taken in consultation with:

·         Councillor Ed Turner, Deputy Leader;

·         Councillor Mary Clarkson, Cabinet Member for Culture, Leisure and Tourism,

·         Caroline Green, Chief Executive; and

·         Susan Sale, Head of Law and Governance.