Fresh appeal for spare rooms as more Ukrainian refugees arrive in Cornwall
The council is asking anyone who can help to get in touch, as the conflict continues
Last updated 1st Jul 2022
Cornwall Council is appealing to residents who could offer space in their homes to people who have fled Ukraine to get in touch.
The authority is working to advise and support residents who have offered their homes as emergency accommodation as part of the government’s Homes for Ukraine scheme.
Officials say more refugee families are arriving here needing emergency placements, as the conflict continues.
Many existing sponsors are unable to extend their current accommodation offer beyond six months and some expressions of interest to become sponsors at the start of the invasion have proved to be unsuitable.
The council is continuing to work with government and other agencies to match families to sponsors after carrying out safeguarding and suitability checks.
Cllr Barbara Ellenbroek, Cornwall's Cabinet Member for Children and Families, said: "We want to thank everyone who has supported the Homes for Ukraine scheme so far for their continued help and generosity.
"The war is ongoing and we need more sponsors to offer accommodation in their homes to people who have fled the Ukraine.
"If you or anyone you know think you could provide this accommodation we would love to hear from you".
Email homesforukraine@cornwall.gov.uk with any questions, or take a look at the council's dedicated webpage for more information.