Ukrainians in the UK Are Facing a Hidden Crisis

What next for Ukrainian refugees in Europe?

Some of those who have gone back have found themselves without jobs, healthcare, or other basic services. This is why the UNHCR are urging EU countries to extend temporary protection at least until March 2027.

Ukrainians in the UK are facing a hidden crisis

In 2022, the UK welcomed Ukrainians fleeing conflict. But three years on, homelessness research by the the British Red Cross reveals a hidden crisis.

EU plans to extend temporary protection for Ukrainians until March 2027 – Ambassador Chentsov

In the Czech Republic, Ukrainians began to be denied temporary protection en masse: EADaily

EADaily, June 10th, 2025. The Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Czech Republic automatically refuses to grant temporary protection to those Ukrainian refugees who previously received it in another EU country, but then decided to move to the republic. This is reported by local media.

“How I have come to feel at home here”

“I arrived as a stranger, known only to one friend. It was a humbling and disorienting shift — emotionally, professionally, and culturally.”
Olga came to the UK 3 years ago from Ukraine. Since her arrival, Olga became part of the team that helped Ealing Council to achieve the Borough of Sanctuary award in recognition of its work to welcome and support people fleeing war and persecution. Olga’s storyShe came to the UK from Kyiv in May 2022 under …

EU to extend protection for Ukrainian refugees and plan for post-war returns