 We hope that all of our hosts had a positive, peaceful and enjoyable break over Christmas and New Year and that you were able to celebrate with your friends and family.
Before we broke up for the holidays, we updated you on plans from central government for a 2023 Homes for Ukraine support package. In case you didn't receive this, we have included a reminder below.
We wish you and your family a very happy New Year!
 A recent announcement from central government has set out plans for Homes for Ukraine in 2023. This update will see a package of further support for hosts who so generously opened their homes to those fleeing war.
In recognition of your ongoing support amidst the rising cost-of-living, all sponsors will receive an increased ‘thank you’ payment of £500 a month for guests who have been in the country for over a year.
‘Thank you’ payments will also be extended from 12 months to 2 years, so that guests who may not yet be ready to move into independent accommodation can stay in sponsorship for longer where sponsors are willing and able to extend arrangements.
In cases where sponsorships can no longer continue, councils in all parts of the UK will receive help to house Ukrainians through a one-off pot of government funding worth £150 million to help mitigate homelessness, as well as a new £500 million Local Authority Housing Fund in England.
This housing £500 million fund will be reserved for councils in England to obtain housing for those fleeing conflicts (including in Ukraine and Afghanistan) and is expected to provide up to 4,000 homes by 2024, reducing the impact of new arrivals on existing housing pressures and eventually providing a new and permanent supply of accommodation for local communities.
We are also asking new potential hosts to come forward and apply to re-match existing guests through the scheme.
For full details on this update, please read the full press notice here 👇
 The ongoing humanitarian crisis in Eastern Europe has displaced millions of Ukrainians, with many seeking refuge in countries across Europe and the rest of the world. While necessities such as shelter, food, and medical attention remain the highest priorities, the dignity and stability of paid work can also be a source of hope and strength.
Fortunately, a wide variety of jobs for Ukrainian refugees and other displaced individuals can be performed wherever there is internet access.
The job site Monster now has a dedicated space for Ukrainians looking for remote jobs from countries across Europe.
This newsletter is sent to every host (sponsor) in East Sussex who is part of Homes for Ukraine to keep you updated. You can unsubscribe at any time.
We expect to send you a further update in the New Year.
Until then, we'd like to wish you all a wonderful Christmas.
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