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Homes for Ukraine Scheme: Update

14 December 2022

Proposing MP
Michael Gove Con
Surrey Heath
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

Michael Gove announces updates to the Homes for Ukraine Scheme to ensure its sustainability in the second year of operation.

Action Requested

The Government is extending 'thank you' payments from £350 to a maximum of two years and increasing them to £500 per month after 12 months, providing additional funding to local authorities for new arrivals, launching a £500 million Local Authority Housing Fund, and allocating £150 million for Ukrainian guests to move into their own homes.

Key Facts

  • Over 100,000 Ukrainian guests are now in the UK under the Homes for Ukraine Scheme.
  • The Government is extending 'thank you' payments from £350 to a maximum of two years and increasing them to £500 per month after 12 months.
  • Local authorities will receive funding of £5,900 for each new arrival starting January 1, 2023.
  • The Government is providing £150 million in the 2023/24 financial year to support Ukrainian guests moving into their own homes.
  • A £500 million Local Authority Housing Fund is being launched to address housing pressures and provide homes for up to 500 Afghan families.
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