Question reference: S6W-09294
- Asked by: Alex Cole-Hamilton, MSP for Edinburgh Western, Scottish Liberal Democrats
- Date lodged: 23 June 2022
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Current status: Answered by Neil Gray on 12 July 2022
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what language support is available to people hosting Ukrainian refugees.
Answer
We recognise that language is a critical element of integration and that this may be challenging for displaced people and hosts alike. We appreciate those that have opened their homes to guests from Ukraine.
We have published guidance to support hosts who have generously opened their homes to displaced people and we would suggest hosts make use of free online translation services. The Scottish Refugee Council also provides helpful guidance around interpretation here: Where to find help and information if you are from Ukraine - Google Docs
It may be helpful to note that when displaced people are accessing public services, such as GPs and social services, licensed interpreters are available.