Ayrshire families have vowed to provide refuge to children stranded in Ukraine – should they have to flee the war-torn country.
Charity volunteers for Chernobyl Children's Lifeline (Ayrshire Link) are fearing the worst for kids who are now in the firing line from Russian attacks – after years spent welcoming them on special trips to Ayrshire.
The youngsters who were once allowed to escape to Scotland away from dangerous levels of radiation are now 'hiding in cellars' as they avoid the conflict raging on in their communities.