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The London Borough of Islington is due to welcome its first Syrian refugees when five families from Syria arrive in mid-December from camps on the Syrian border.

Islington Council is working with the charity Refugee Action to support the families and help them to adapt to life in London via a two-week orientation programme of practical tips such as how to register with a GP, use an Oyster card and buy groceries.

The refugees will also receive a year’s assistance from a support worker from the council’s Families First service.

Refugee Action – alongside Islington Refugee Forum – will be coordinating specialist support such as English as a Second or Other Language (ESOL), interpreting services and counselling.

The families have fled war and terrorism in their home country as the violence across Syria spreads and more families are forced to flee.

The refugees who will be living in Islington will be housed in rented accommodation in the private sector, rather than in local authority housing.

Leader of Islington Council, Councillor Richard Watts, said:

“Since the refugee crisis began, Islington has said it’s ready to help welcome those who are fleeing appalling conditions, including war and terrorism.

“We’re now making preparations for the arrival of Syrian families to our borough, and I look forward to welcoming them into our community.

“I’d also like to thank the many people in Islington who have stepped forward to help refugees in different ways, from donating tents and warm clothing to even helping with aid runs to Calais.

Chief Executive at Refugee Action, Stephen Hale, said:

“This is a proud moment for people in Islington and we are delighted to be working with the council to welcome and resettle Syrian refugees.

“Building on Refugee Action's 30 years' experience of delivering successful resettlement programmes, we look forward to working closely with the council and the people of Islington to help these refugees rebuild their lives with dignity and integrate with their local community.”

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