Over 500 Ukrainian children stuck waiting for UK visa decision

Exclusive: sources say most have hosts ready under Homes for Ukraine scheme but have heard nothing

• It doesn't make sense': Ukrainian teenager left in limbo by Home Office

More than 500 Ukrainian children who fled the war without their parents are stuck waiting in limbo across Europe after applying to the Homes for Ukraine scheme, sources working closely with the Home Office say.

Most are teenagers who thought they would be eligible and have British families waiting to host them, but have heard nothing from the Home Office.