EXCLUSIVE: A Ukrainian refugee living on London's streets has said that 'no one cares' about him after getting no response from Ealing Council about finding him a new place to live
He told LBC: “I am very worried about my safety. How can I sleep? There are lots of strange people passing by.”
When Sergey spoke to LBC on Friday, he was facing another night on the sheet of cardboard he is attempting to use for comfort.He said he had tried to contact Ealing Council, who were originally responsible for him when he first moved to the UK to stay with a host in the area but claims “no one cares about me”.
Sergiy, who asked for his face to be blurred to protect the support he receives, said he had befriended another homeless person who told him he would “keep watch” whilst he slept, to make sure his belongings weren’t stolen.He said he had tried to contact Ealing Council, who were originally responsible for him when he first moved to the UK to stay with a host in the area, but claims “no one cares about me”.Sergiy fled the war in Ukraine and came to the UK on the Homes for Ukraine scheme.
He’s also tried to access foodbank vouchers, but has been told he must wait 3-7 days for a referral. He’s also officially registered as homeless.
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