Monday 14th March 2022

(2 years, 1 month ago)

Commons Chamber
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Michael Gove Portrait Michael Gove
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We absolutely will, and I recognise that individuals are already making offers. I had conversations with NGOs and others today, and they will be doing their very best for anyone who is willing to allow a match to be made. It is striking how charities and civil society organisations can be much faster and nimbler than even the best Government Department in bringing people together.

Ruth Jones Portrait Ruth Jones (Newport West) (Lab)
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Following a really successful rally yesterday in which the people of Newport West and surrounding areas demonstrated their wish to help to house Ukrainian refugees, will the Secretary of State confirm that data on arrivals via this new route will be shared with councils? After all, having access to this data would help to ensure that children’s health and education needs are met quickly.

Michael Gove Portrait Michael Gove
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The hon. Lady makes a very important point. It is critical that we ensure data is shared in a timely fashion.