Ukraine invasion: 10,000 people apply to UK for sanctuary - but only around 50 visas granted so far

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More than 10,000 people have applied for the UK's Ukraine Family Scheme since Friday. Under the scheme Ukrainian refugees who have family settled in the UK will be able to apply to come to Britain for three years. The numbers were announced by Home Secretary Priti Patel on the same day France publicly criticised the UK over its treatment of Ukrainian refugees.

5 months ago·London, United Kingdom

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Ukraine war: UK grants 50 Ukrainian refugee visas so far

The home secretary says she is "surging capacity" as about 1% of 5,500 applications are granted.

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The Independent

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Daily Mirror

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Sky News

Ukraine war: 10,000 people apply to UK for sanctuary - but only around 50 visas granted so far

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