By Ukrainian refugees will be able to join family in the UK, says PM
In a step towards accommodating those displaced by the situation in Ukraine, the Prime Minister has confirmed plans to allow refugees to join immediate family members in the UK.
This comes as the government faces mounting criticism over the failure to relax visa requirements for Ukrainian nationals attempting to enter the country.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson said: “In the last days the world has witnessed awe-inspiring displays of bravery and heroism from the Ukrainian people in response to those who seek to obliterate their freedom by force.
“The UK will not turn our backs in Ukraine’s hour of need.
“We are providing all the economic and military support we can to help those Ukrainians risking everything to protect their country.”
Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper said: “This is a welcome first step forward and should have happened days ago as too many desperate family members have been struggling and delays have been deeply damaging.
“We hope this announcement includes wider family as well as just the closest relatives and it is vital that we see those details as soon as possible.”
But Labour said the decision “should have happened days ago”.
The EU has announced plans to take in all Ukrainian refugees for up to three years.
They will not be expected to apply for asylum.
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