Refugee groups criticise gaps in UK’s Ukraine response

Need to apply for visa is seen as barrier for many, and experts also raise concern over homelessness risk

There are significant gaps in Michael Gove's refugee scheme that could exclude vulnerable people from coming to the UK and increase the chance of homelessness for those who do, humanitarian experts have said.

The Homes for Ukraine programme, unveiled by the communities secretary over the weekend and to be rolled out this week, will allow individuals, charities, community groups and businesses to bring people escaping the war to safety.