Extreme weather
As heat alerts continue to be in place, please visit the UKHSA website for further updates and information about how to stay safe.
Ukraine Crisis
In the Royal Borough, we stand together with the people of Ukraine, whose lives are being affected by this continuing war.
Other useful information
eVisa’s have replaced Biometric Residence Cards as of Wednesday 1 January 2025.
For further information please visit: eVisas: access and use your online immigration status. Set up a UKVI account to access your eVisa.
Ukraine Permission Extension (UPE) scheme
The Ukraine Permission Extension (UPE) scheme allows Ukrainians already in the UK under the Homes for Ukraine (HfU) scheme, Family Scheme, or Extension Scheme to extend their stay for 18 months.
It is free to apply online, typically 28 days before the current visa expires, and provides continued access to work, benefits, and study.
For further information please visit: Applying to the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme - GOV.UK.
Other useful links
- Finding Work - Ukrainian Refugee Help.
- Renting Privately - Ukrainian Refugee Help.
- Renting private accommodation: Homes for Ukraine - GOV.UK.