THE lights in Langmoor and Lister Gardens in Lyme Regis have turned to blue and yellow to express the town's solidarity with Ukraine.

The council wants to show its support for the war-torn country and was due to consider at a meeting last night ways it can help the people of Ukraine. This is likely to be a financial donation to a charity, and whether to fly the Ukrainian flag from council buildings.

The council can also show its support by holding vigils or moments of silence at its meetings.

A town council spokesman said: "We can also use our website and social media to express our support, as well as signpost to information on charities and aid agencies, and make our buildings, vehicles and staff available to help with aid efforts.

"We’re also anticipating some Lyme Regis residents may house Ukrainian refugees so we will consider how we can support them while they are here."