Refugees: Syria

(asked on 10th November 2015) - View Source

Question to the Home Office:

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what mental health support they are offering to recently arrived Syrian refugees.


Answered by
Lord Bates Portrait
Lord Bates
This question was answered on 23rd November 2015

The Syrian VPR scheme prioritises those who cannot be supported effectively in their region of origin.

Before accepting or rejecting a referral local authorities will be provided with information on medical needs and will think carefully about whether they have the infrastructure and support networks needed to ensure the appropriate care and integration of these refugees.

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