Question to the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government:

To ask the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities, whether he has made an assessment of the adequacy of issuing thank you payments under the Homes for Ukraine Scheme; and if he will make a statement.

The Government is providing £10,500 funding per guest to support Ukrainian families under the Homes for Ukraine scheme. Councils provide guests with a £200 initial payment and guests are able to work, study and access benefits. The Government also provides a £350 optional “thank you” payment to recognise sponsors generous offer to accommodate people from Ukraine.