At least 12 million people have been displaced since Russia invaded Ukraine in February. More than five million have left their home country, including around 2.2 million children under 18, according to Unicef. The UK is among numerous countries that have welcomed those fleeing the conflict, but councils are concerned about the potential impact of child refugees on the already strained care system.
There are several routes by which Ukrainian children can be rehomed in Britain – through government-backed programmes such as the Family Visa and Homes for Ukraine Schemes, as well as by less “regular” routes which may lead to them claiming asylum or being adopted via international pathways. Each poses specific risks in terms of safeguarding, placement pressures and resource allocation.
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