From January 1, 2027, landlords in the United Kingdom will receive £100 per month for accommodating Ukrainians instead of the current £350. The changes will apply to those who are already hosting refugees as well as new participants in the program. In light of the changes in support for Ukrainians in Britain, families should discuss future accommodation with their hosts in advance. This is reported by Visit Ukraine.
Payments for Homes for Ukraine: what will change from January 1
Until the end of 2026, landlords providing housing for Ukrainians under the Homes for Ukraine program will receive £350 per month. From January, the payment will be £100. It is calculated for one address regardless of the number of people accommodated.
Separately, the government will reduce funding for local councils: from £5900 to £3300 for each arriving program participant. These funds are intended for the support and integration of Ukrainians into communities. This is not a payment to landlords and not money that is directly given to Ukrainians. Details of the new funding for councils will be announced later.
The reduction in amount may affect landlords' willingness to continue providing free accommodation. At the same time, the new rules do not require Ukrainians to leave their accommodations after January 1. Those concerned about their housing situation should investigate in advance how to extend their stay in Britain and what options are available.
If the landlord ends the accommodation: where to turn
If a sponsor can no longer provide housing, Ukrainians are advised to contact the Homes for Ukraine team at the local council. The government recommends that landlords notify the council about the end of accommodation approximately two months in advance, so there is time to find a solution.
The local council can assist in finding a new sponsor. Before moving to another family, new accommodation must be approved to allow relevant services to conduct checks. Another option is to rent housing, taking into account payment, deposit, and utilities in advance.
If a Ukrainian is at risk of homelessness, they should inform the housing department of the council and not wait until the last day of accommodation. Requesting assistance does not guarantee immediate provision of social housing, as the demand for it is high. Moving to a new landlord should also be coordinated with the current council and future community; earlier we discussed the problems faced by Ukrainians with housing in Britain.