Resettlement schemes

Chaggossian British Citizen and a British Overseas Territories Citizen (BOTC) Route

The application process for the new British nationality route for people of Chagossian descent is set to open on 23 November 2022.

For further updates, please see: Important information for Chagossians on GOV.UK.

Afghanistan

Lancashire has committed to resettle 360 people under the Afghan Relations and Assistance Policy and Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme.

Asylum Dispersal

Information on who can assist with asylum dispersal and contingency accommodation in Lancashire

Community sponsorship

Community sponsorship is a way that community groups can be involved in supporting the resettlement of vulnerable people fleeing conflict.

Hong Kong

The Hong Kong UK Welcome Programme provides British Nationals (Overseas)  from Hong Kong and their dependants with the opportunity to come to the UK.

Ukraine

In response to the invasion of Ukraine in March 2022, the UK government has offered three main visa routes by which Ukrainian nationals can enter or remain in the UK.

United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme

The United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme aims to resettle up to 5,000 of the world’s most vulnerable refugees.

Unaccompanied asylum seeking children

Lancashire County Council participates in the government's Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Children.

Vulnerable Persons and Vulnerable Children's Resettlement Schemes

Information about the two schemes which have now been consolidated into the United Kingdom Resettlement Scheme.

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Resettlement Helplines

County hall Preston

Homes for Ukraine Team

Tel: 0300 123 6718

Email: HomesforUkraine@lancashire.gov.uk