Poland[/B] plans to charge Ukrainian refugees for food and housing after 4 months in state accommodation, the government announced today.
More than a million Ukrainian refugees have taken refuge in Poland since Russia invaded on 24 February, relying on state aid and the kindness of strangers who opened their homes to them.
However, after an initial burst of public support for refugees, resources are drying up and refugees are struggling to find housing and receive support as Poland faces a cost-of-living crisis and budget pressures.
Government statement
"Ukrainian citizens staying in Poland in collective accommodation centres will share in the cost of accommodation and food," the government said in a statement.
Those staying in such accommodation, for example in government-funded hotel rooms or school dormitories, for more than 120 days will have to cover 50 percent of the cost up to 40 zloty ($8.87) per day per person. After 180 days they would have to cover 75 percent of the cost up to 60 zloty. Those who cannot work because of age or disability would be exempt, as would pregnant women, according to the plan.
The government wants the new rules to take effect on March 1, 2023. The bill will be submitted to parliament where it is expected to be passed with a broad majority.
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