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Ukraine recap: bridgehead across the Dnipro river a key objective as Kyiv works to maintain solidarity among allies

Google the words “Ukraine counteroffensive” and the adverb you will most commonly find associated with them is “slowly”. The popular misconception in the months leading up to the launch of Ukraine’s summer push was that, like last autumn’s lightning counter-attacks around Kherson in the south and Kharkiv in the north-east…

The Conversation · Aug 17, 2023

Homes for Ukraine was a shining example of public generosity – but it might not work for other populations

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has forced at least 12 million Ukrainians to flee their homes. Many of these refugees have moved elsewhere in Europe, including to the UK, where the government offered specialised visa routes and programmes. One was the Homes for Ukraine scheme, which matched Ukrainian refugees with…

The Conversation · Aug 16, 2023

Britons could be asked to house Afghans as thousands face hotel evictions

Immigration minister considering launch of Homes for Afghans scheme similar to that offered to Ukrainians

The Guardian - UK · Jul 11, 2023

Ukraine's curling teams swept away by kindness of Perth and Kinross people

The now locally-based squads are due to compete in the European Curling Championships 2023 in Scotland later this month

Daily Record · Apr 17, 2023

Ukrainian refugee heading to Wembley says watching team will be like ‘fresh air’

Denys Dreyzer is one of a number of Ukrainians to receive a free ticket to see Ukraine play England at Wembley on Sunday.

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2023

Kyiv ambassador urges more Britons to host refugees on Homes for Ukraine scheme anniversary

Charities warn they are ‘constantly fire-fighting’ elements of scheme ‘riddled with flaws’ in its first 12 months

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2023

Payments to increase for families who take in Ukrainian refugees

Ukrainian ambassador thanks British people for their generosity but says 'some still need your help'

Wales Online · Mar 25, 2023

More funding announced as Kyiv asks for more Britons to take in Ukrainians

Ukraine’s ambassador to the UK said some Ukrainian refugees still needed assistance.

The Independent UK · Mar 25, 2023

Perthshire hailed for the outstanding welcome given to refugees from Ukraine

Figures released by the British Red Cross in the approach to the one-year anniversary of the launch of the Homes for Ukraine scheme display the level of support for refugees in Perthshire with Aberfeldy one of the most welcoming areas per capita in Scotland

Daily Record · Mar 17, 2023

Ukrainian refugees struggling to find accommodation after leaving UK sponsors

Almost half of refugees unable to find guarantors or money for deposits to secure tenancies, a survey finds

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2023