Online abuse and exploitation of Ukrainian refugees
Tabled 18 May 2026 by Pippa Heylings
That this House expresses grave concern at evidence of widespread abuse, racism, scamming and sexual exploitation targeting Ukrainian refugees within online groups established to facilitate sponsorship under the Homes for Ukraine scheme; notes reports of malicious or inactive administrators allowing such groups to become hostile environments for vulnerable people fleeing war; further notes cases of fraudulent visa sponsorship offers and predatory behaviour, including single men targeting young Ukrainian women; recognises the efforts of volunteers and sponsors who have sought to report such activity and protect refugees from harm; believes that refugees fleeing war should be able to seek safety and support online without fear of abuse, exploitation or intimidation; and calls on the Government to work urgently with social media platforms, law enforcement and civil society to ensure proactive moderation, clear accountability, and enforcement action against those exploiting Ukrainian refugees online.
Signatories (31)
- Pippa Heylings Sponsor
- Wera Hobhouse
- Mr Joshua Reynolds
- Jess Brown-Fuller
- Wendy Chamberlain
- Edward Morello
- Clive Jones
- Jim Shannon
- Mr Lee Dillon
- Dr Al Pinkerton
- Adam Dance
- Liz Jarvis
- Carla Denyer
- Hannah Spencer
- Siân Berry
- Adrian Ramsay
- Dr Ellie Chowns
- Sarah Dyke
- Mr Will Forster
- Ian Sollom
- Ben Lake
- Liz Saville Roberts
- Ann Davies
- Llinos Medi
- Sarah Green
- Richard Burgon
- Charlotte Cane
- Ben Maguire
- Chris Law
- Freddie van Mierlo
- Alex Brewer