UK to Provide 350 Pounds Monthly to Households Hosting Ukrainian Refugees

On the 12th (local time), a Ukrainian woman wrapped in a blanket is crossing the border on foot while holding a baby in Medyka, a city in southeastern Poland.
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[Asia Economy Reporter Lee Chun-hee] The UK government has announced plans to pay households hosting Ukrainian refugees in the UK ?350 (approximately 560,000 KRW) per month.

On the 13th (local time), the UK government announced through the 'Homes for Ukraine' program that it will allow the entry of Ukrainian refugees with no ties to the UK and provide financial support to households offering accommodation to them. Previously, only Ukrainian refugees with ties within the UK were eligible to apply.

Additionally, public and charitable organizations, businesses, and local groups are also able to offer accommodation via the internet until the end of next week.

Recently, the UK government showed a reluctant stance in accepting Ukrainian refugees by applying strict visa issuance conditions. As a result, it has faced criticism not only from other European countries that have announced unconditional acceptance policies but also from domestic parliament members across party lines.

Michael Gove, Secretary of State for Housing, said, "I urge all citizens of the UK to join this national effort," adding, "Together, we can provide the safest homes to our friends from Ukraine who need them most."

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