An army of volunteers has been playing a key role in helping refugees settle into their new homes in Wiltshire.
The group of 27 refugees, eight families and individuals – arrived in the country and travelled to Wiltshire on 2nd December. They were greeted at the airport and accompanied as they made their way to their new homes.
Wiltshire Council has been working with key partners including Wiltshire Police, health colleagues and the Department for Work and Pensions as part of a strong multi-agency approach to ensure the refugees have all they need to settle quickly into their new homes.
Charities, faith groups, community groups and volunteers have been a key part of the response, providing general support to help the refugees adapt.
The groups of families and individuals are based in groups around Wiltshire, with each family or person having a volunteer on hand to support them as they become accustomed to the British way of life.
Although some can already speak good English, volunteers who can translate have been a key part of the settling in process.
A special event was held at the Civic Centre in Trowbridge on Friday 4th December where the refugees were given guidance on accessing support and information on health and schooling.
