NICOLA Sturgeon has announced the Scottish Government is sending an initial humanitarian aid package to Ukraine to help those suffering in the invasion.
Sturgeon announced a package of £4 million on top of the provision of essential medical supplies.
Making the announcement on Twitter on Monday morning, she indicated that the Scottish Government would be working with other nations in the UK and aid agencies.
Detailing the package she said: “@scotgov today confirming initial humanitarian aid for Ukraine: £4 million plus the provision of essential medical supplies, inc anaesthetic machines, syringe pumps & bandages. We will work with aid agencies and other UK nations to get help to where it is most needed asap.”
🇺🇦 @scotgov today confirming initial humanitarian aid for Ukraine: £4 million plus the provision of essential medical supplies, inc anaesthetic machines, syringe pumps & bandages. We will work with aid agencies and other UK nations to get help to where it is most needed asap. https://t.co/kg2KMyFFkL
— Nicola Sturgeon (@NicolaSturgeon) February 28, 2022
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Sturgeon has also called on the UK Government to completely waive visa restrictions for Ukrainian refugees in a bid to match efforts across Europe to assist those fleeing the conflict.
A meeting among EU interior ministers resulted in a unanimous agreement to allow Ukrainians entry to their countries for 3 years without having to first apply for asylum.
This announcement came as pressure mounts on the UK Government to do more to help Ukrainians caught in the conflict.
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