Ukraine

We are working with The Executive Office and other government departments to support the arrival of Ukrainian refugees to our local district.

Ukraine Assistance Centre

As part of this work, we have opened a Ukraine Assistance Centre at Newry Lesiure Centre to provide welcome information and signposting services for newly arrived refugees.

The Ukraine Assistance Centre will open on a weekly basis every Tuesday from 9.30am to 4pm in Newry Lesiure Centre and is located at;

Cecil Street
Newry
Co. Down
BT35 6AU
T: 0330 137 4026

Advice and Support

Anyone attending will be welcomed by our staff and a range of partners who are coming together to offer support and assistance on a wide range of issues including:

• Housing
• Benefits and support payments
• Immigration and legal advice
• Employment information
• Health information
• Education

Support for Ukraine

A number of schemes are in place to welcome refugees from Ukraine to Northern Ireland. To find out more visit here