Part of the debate – in the Senedd at 4:56 pm on 14 June 2022.
Thank you, Minister, for that important update. The experiences of those surviving and fighting within the worst-hit regions in Ukraine are really harrowing and traumatising. I just want to raise the issue around mental health, because, with so many of their relatives now residing here in Wales, it's sadly inevitable that the brutal realities of war are going to impact those who are now safe in our country. I have had correspondence from one constituent who is hosting a refugee from Ukraine. Last month, her son was horrifically injured due to a land mine, and if he survives, he'll be scarred for life. She's distraught about this; she's so distraught that she's so far away and unable to help the one she loves. Her host family are doing everything they can to console and help her and have even arranged for money to be sent over to help pay for his surgery. The longer the war goes on, the more refugees will be impacted, as their friends and family who remain in Ukraine are caught up in the brutality of the events. So, what emotional and mental health support are we able to give to Ukrainians and their host families—you mentioned in particular the welcome centre—so that when that worst news does arrive, we're ensuring that help is there in all forms when people need it the most?