The Morecambe MP said she is appalled at Lancashire County Council's plans to withdraw from a refugee resettlement scheme.
Lizzi Collinge spoke out after the Reform-led county council announced their intention to no longer settle refugees who have arrived in the UK under the UK Resettlement Scheme and the Afghan Resettlement Programme.
This would make Lancashire the first county council to quit the government scheme, which was initially launched by the Conservatives.
County Councillor Joshua Roberts, cabinet member for Rural Affairs, Environment and Communities, said in a post on his Facebook page: "£7 million a year of your money. Cash on arrival. Welcome packs. Utility bills paid. GP registration sorted. Benefits set up for them.
"Yet our veterans are sleeping on the streets. Local families can't get a home. And our residents are left to figure it all out on their own."
In a video explaining the decision, also posted on his page, he said: "This is about fairness.
"The people who work here, live here and contribute here, should come first in their own community."
Ms Collinge, Labour MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale, said on Tuesday: "I am appalled by the decision of Reform-led Lancashire County Council to withdraw from the UK Resettlement Scheme and the Afghan Resettlement Programme.
"This decision means families fleeing war in Ukraine and Afghans who stood shoulder to shoulder with British armed forces will not be able to seek safety in Lancashire.
"These are people who have endured immense hardship and, in many cases, risked their lives in support of our country. Turning away from them now is indefensible.
"The UK Resettlement Scheme provides funded, controlled routes for refugees to rebuild their lives.
"It is important to be clear that these schemes do not support those who arrive on small boats, but only those who have a legal, official route to sanctuary in our country.
"Conflating the two only undermines serious discussion and damages public trust.
"Lancashire communities have long played a vital role in offering sanctuary.
"I urge the council to reconsider this course of action and stand on the side of decency, compassion and responsibility.”
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