Information for councils related to the ongoing war in Ukraine.
Councils have a proud history of welcoming new arrivals, stepping forward at times of crisis to offer homes and support so families and individual build new lives in the UK.
On these pages, you will find information for councils related to the ongoing war in Ukraine, including on Government schemes and announcements, as well as related LGA support.
Please note that we are updating the pages continuously to reflect what is a very fast moving situation.
If you cannot find what you are looking for, or are looking for more bespoke support, please contact the LGA Principal Adviser for your region.
In this section:
Ukraine: support for new arrivals
Information for council on arrivals from Ukraine, including Government schemes.
Ukraine: LGA position, statements and briefings
The LGA stands in solidarity with Ukraine, and is keen to work with government on arrivals schemes and other related issues.
Ukraine: related support from LGA and others
Information on council support from the LGA and others related to the war and new Ukraine arrivals.
Homes for Ukraine: lessons learned
Information and best practice to support councils in their efforts to ensure accommodation for Ukrainians arriving in Britain is of a suitable standard and that guests are safe.
Westminster Hall debate on Homes for Ukraine scheme and child refugees, House of Commons, 22 June 2022
Since the beginning of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, councils have been working closely with the Government to ensure support for new arrivals from Ukraine is put in place quickly and at scale, and families are kept safe.