Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask Her Majesty's Government how many refugees from Ukraine they estimate will have come to the UK by the end of 2022; and what public and private partnerships they have encouraged to provide (1) homes, (2) apprenticeships, (3) jobs, and (4) school education, to such refugees.

The Homes for Ukraine is an uncapped humanitarian sponsorship pathway, a route to the UK for Ukrainians who may not have family ties here but are matched with individuals who can provide accommodation for at least six months.

Data on arrivals can be found (attached) via www.gov.uk/government/publications/ukraine-family-scheme-application-data/ukraine-family-scheme-and-ukraine-sponsorship-scheme-homes-for-ukraine-visa-data--2

Guidance about the various support mechanisms and full access to public services including healthcare, education, work and benefits etc. can be found (attached) via https://www.gov.uk/guidance/homes-for-ukraine-scheme-frequently-asked-questions#sponsors

and (attached) www.gov.uk/guidance/homes-for-ukraine-guidance-for-councils#role-of-councils

The Homes for Ukraine scheme relies on close working between government, local government, the voluntary sector, and faith/Ukrainian representative organisations. We have been engaging with local government and other partners through a number of different conversations and working groups to date.