First Ukrainian refugees arrive on Island

Twenty-nine applications processed

The first Ukrainian refugees have arrived on the Isle of Man.

Cabinet Office Minister Kate Lord-Brennan confirmed in this morning's sitting of the House of Keys that the first arrivals are now here after applications opened last month.

A total of 18 people affected by the conflict have been granted leave to come to the Island, through the family-related immigration pathway, while a further 21 applications through the named-individual pathway are 'in the pipeline'.

Arrivals from Ukraine will be granted 'leave to remain' here for up to three years - access to education, healthcare, benefits - as well as the right to work.

Those wishing to offer support to those fleeing the conflict in Ukraine can find more information here.

Listen back to the Cabinet Office Minister's response below: