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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: background information
Background information for councils from Government on how to support arrivals from Ukraine and their hosts
Ukraine: LGA position, statements and briefings
The LGA stands in support and solidarity with Ukraine, and is keen to work with government on arrivals schemes and other related issues, including cyber security and community cohesion and resilience.
Ukraine: related support from LGA
Information on council support from the LGA and others related to the war and new Ukraine arrivals.
Ukraine: lessons learned
Councils are required to carry out housing and safeguarding checks to ensure Homes for Ukraine accommodation is of a suitable standard and that guests arriving in the UK will be safe. Below are just some of the early examples of approaches taken by councils to these checks.