House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Hong Kong British National Overseas [BN(O)] Welcome Programme Year 4 Funding Announcement
11 March 2024 · Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
Proposed by Felicity Buchan Con Kensington
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At a glance
Key points
- The government is continuing to fund the Hong Kong British National Overseas Welcome Programme from April 1, 2024, until March 31, 2025.
- Funding will be allocated according to the Barnett formula for specific components.
- English language and destitution support are among the areas that will receive funding.
Issue summary
The statement discusses the continuation of funding for the Hong Kong British National Overseas [BN(O)] Welcome Programme into its fourth year.
Action requested
The government is continuing to fund the BN(O) Welcome Programme from April 1, 2024, until March 31, 2025. Funding will be allocated according to the Barnett formula for certain components like English language and destitution support.
Key facts
- The fourth year of funding for the Hong Kong British National Overseas [BN(O)] Welcome Programme has been launched.
- Regional VCSE projects will no longer receive funding as part of this programme.
- Funding runs from April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025.
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