The UK Government is providing an initial payment of £200 to all Ukrainian refugees which can be accessed by contacting Bassetlaw District Council.
The UK Government provides basic welfare benefit payments for people who are unable to work, who are looking for work but have not yet found a job, or who are on a low income.
This is called Universal Credit. Universal Credit is a payment from the government to help you and your family live in the UK. It’s paid monthly and you need to apply for it online.
Universal Credit can be used to pay for your living expenses such as food, clothing, transport, household bills and anything you want to buy.
Your Universal Credit payment is made up of a standard allowance. Any extra amounts that apply to you, for example, if you have children; a disability; a health condition which prevents you from working; or need help paying your rent, will be added in addition.
If you have questions about how Universal Credit works you can call:
Universal Credit Full Service 0800 328 5644
Citizens Advice Help to Claim 0800 144 8 444
Pensions
Ukrainian Pensioners are able to apply for a pension. Pension Credit Applications 0800 99 1234. Normally the pension is paid into a bank account. There is a Payment Exception Service for those without a bank account.