The Government has announced full details of its plans for people in the UK to house Ukrainian refugees. Homes for Ukraine was launched by Communities Secretary Michael Gove this afternoon.
He said no limit would be placed on the number of Ukrainians who can be offered a home in Britain. Mr Gove told MPs Ukrainians would be able to live and work in the UK for up to three years under the scheme, with "full and unrestricted access to benefits, healthcare, employment and other support".
Those offering a place to stay will receive a tax-free monthly payment of £350 which will not affect benefit entitlements or council tax status. Speaking in the Commons, Mr Gove said the number of Ukrainians now arriving in the UK is "rapidly increasing", and the numbers will "grow even faster from tomorrow", adding that the "unfailingly compassionate British public wants to help further".
