IMMIGRATION

Councils leap into action to support the people of Ukraine

What can councils do in the face of this crisis? Quite a lot, it seems, says Heather Jameson. She adds: 'As central Government dithers over asylum rules, local government has stepped up – standing ready to offer refuge.'

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By Heather Jameson | 09 March 2022

Two weeks into the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the shock has worn off but the true horror of the war is starting to emerge.

Every day there's a new image or story detailing the nightmare of ordinary people hounded out of their homes on a geo-political whim.

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Heather Jameson

Popular articles by Heather Jameson

  1. Children's social care reform must be more than money
  2. Finance chief exits cash-strapped council
  3. Chief rejects calls for resignation
  4. Is this the big bang revolution for public services?
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