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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Sam Blewett

Fresh measures will help Ukrainians seek refuge in UK, Defence Secretary hints

AP

Fresh measures to help Ukrainian refugees fleeing the Russian invasion are likely to be introduced, the Defence Secretary has hinted, as the UK Government came under pressure to act.

Ben Wallace said on Monday that the move to allow immediate family members to join Ukrainians settled in the UK is only a “first step” as Vladimir Putin’s assault continued.

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