Decision
Analysis
outcome: The council has passed a motion to declare its stance on the conflict, calling for a ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and a return to negotiations for a fair solution.
summary: The decision concerns the council's recognition of the impact of the Israel-Palestine conflict on community cohesion in Gwynedd and its call for a peaceful response and humanitarian aid for Gaza.
topline: The Gwynedd Council has decided to call for a peaceful response and humanitarian aid for Gaza in light of the Israel-Palestine conflict.
reason_contentious: The issue is contentious due to the international nature of the conflict, the diverse opinions within the local community about the situation, and the potential impact on community relations within Gwynedd.
affected_stakeholders: Residents of Gwynedd, particularly those with family ties to Palestine and Israel, Welsh Government, UK Government, international community, local community groups.
contentiousness_score: 7
political_party_relevance: No specific mentions of political parties are made, but the decision may reflect the political leanings of the council members and could be influenced by broader political party policies on international affairs.
URL: https://democracy.gwynedd.llyw.cymru/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=3245
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Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: 1. That the Council recognises our responsibility to protect the wellbeing and community cohesion of Gwynedd. That we want to see the communities and residents of Gwynedd living together in peace, through mutual respect and support. We see that recent events in Palestine and in Israel have a negative impact on our ability to be successful in fulfilling this responsibility. We see that wars have heart-breaking and disastrous effects here in Gwynedd. We reach out to the residents of Gwynedd at this time. We sympathise and mourn together. 2. The Council notes our responsibility according to the Well-being of Future Generations Act to play our part to ensure that Wales is welcoming, safe and fair for everyone. 3. As representatives of the residents of Gwynedd, we call for a peaceful response from the Welsh Government. We call on the Welsh Government, as our representatives on the international stage, to facilitate the establishment and immediate implementation of a humanitarian aid plan for the people of Gaza. 4. That this motion declares that violence and acts of war against civilians cannot be justified. That this includes the violent actions of Hamas and their refusal to immediately release their hostages, together with Israel's disproportionate actions against the Palestinian people, which are in violation of international law. 5. That we, Cyngor Gwynedd, call for a permanent and irreversible ceasefire in Gaza. We call on the Welsh Government, the UK and the international community to ensure a return to the negotiating table, and a fair and just solution for all the residents of Palestine and Israel, many who have settled, have family and loved ones here in Gwynedd.
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