Thank you for contacting my office. I very much appreciate you getting in touch about about ensuring refugees from Ukraine are supported by the UK at this challenging time.
The UK government has made it clear we want to
support Ukrainians seeking refuge, both those who have family connections here
in the UK and, indeed, those who don't. Over the last few months, we have seen
huge numbers of people leaving Ukraine, fleeing from the conflict, and we will
support them in the places they currently are - which is typically in countries
bordering Ukraine. The Government is also welcoming Ukrainians here to the UK.
The Government has changed the immigration system to support refugees:
- Homes for Ukraine scheme allows individuals, charities, and businesses in
the UK to bring Ukrainians to safety – including those with no family ties
to the UK.
- Sponsors can opt in to receive
a 'thank you' payment of £350 per month up to 12 months.
- 43,800 signed up in the first five hours.
- Ukraine Family Scheme allows applicants to join family members or extend stay
in the UK.
- Free, granted for 3
years, gives right to live, work and study in the UK
and access public funds.
- Recently updated so that Ukrainian
passport holders won't need to go to a Visa Application Centre to
give their biometrics before they come here.
- As of 21st June
2021, the total Ukraine Scheme visas issued stands at 135,900
- Ukrainian children have received lifesaving cancer treatment through
the NHS in England.
- Launched largest ever aid-match
contribution - Gov matched the first £20 million donated to the
Disasters Emergency Committee (DEC) Ukraine Humanitarian Appeal
Thank you once again for getting in touch, and I will keep your concerns in mind as I continue to work with the Government to ensure we do all we can to support the people of Ukraine throughout this crisis. If I can be of further assistance during this difficult time, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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