Question to the Home Office:

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the recommendations of the report by researchers at the University of Birmingham, Displaced Ukrainians in the UK: Experiences and Future Intentions, published in October 2025, particularly those related to (1) a timely and affordable pathway to permanent residence for displaced Ukrainians, and (2) a national programme drawing on local best practices, including English language support.

The Government welcomes research that helps improve our understanding of the experiences of Ukrainians in the UK, including the University of Birmingham’s report Displaced Ukrainians in the UK: Experiences and Future Intentions. We continue to engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including researchers, local authorities, charities and Ukrainian community organisations, to inform our understanding of the needs and experiences of those affected by the conflict.

The Government notes the report’s recommendations, including those relating to longer-term immigration status and support for integration, as part of its wider engagement with stakeholders on support for Ukrainians in the UK.

The Ukraine Schemes were established to provide temporary sanctuary to those displaced by Russia’s illegal invasion. As a result, the schemes do not lead to settlement and time spent on them does not count towards the long residence route. To ensure Ukrainians can continue to live, work and study in the UK, the Government has introduced a further 24 month permission to stay through the Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme.

The Government recognises the importance of supporting integration. Ukrainians in the UK have access to public services and support, including English language provision funded through local authorities. This includes Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government providing £11.5million of funding for English language courses and employment support for over 13,000 Ukrainians across the UK through the ‘STEP Ukraine’ programme.

We continue to work closely with stakeholders and partners to understand emerging needs and share effective practice, helping to ensure support remains responsive to both Ukrainians and host communities.