Интеграция в Великобритании

Glossary  

Accident and Emergency Department

A medical treatment facility in a hospital  specialising in emergency treatment for patients. The department provides  treatment for illnesses and injuries which require immediate attention and, in some  cases, may be life-threatening. These departments operate 24 hours a day and  patients often arrive by ambulance following a call to the emergency 999 telephone  number.

Biometric Residence Permit

Is proof of evidence of your right to live, work and  study in the UK. This can be used as proof of identity when opening a bank account  or renting a property. The electronic chip holds information such as name, date of  birth and place of birth. It will also have your photograph, fingerprints, and your  immigration status.  

Child Benefit

A payment made to a parent or guardian of a child or children by the  government every four weeks. You will be entitled to receive this benefit if you have  a child or children under the age of 16 or under the age of 20 if they stay in approved  education or training.

Citizens Advice

An independent charity specialising in providing confidential  advice to help people with legal problems, debt management, housing and other  problems in the United Kingdom. This is a free service with offices in most areas of  the country.

Council Tax

A tax paid to the local council to fund services within the area. The  tax is based on the value of the house and the number of people living in it. The rate  is a fixed amount depending on the value and is reviewed every 12 months.

Debit Card

A card issued by a bank allowing the holder to transfer money  electronically from their bank account when making a purchase.

An arrangement made with your bank that allows a third party to  transfer money from a person’s account on agreed dates typically to pay bills.

Direct Payment

A system to allow you to receive cash payments from your local  council. If the local council decides you are entitled to community care services, a  direct payment will allow you to arrange your own care services.

Disability Benefits

A range of disability related financial support which includes  payments, grants, tax credits and benefits. Your local employment centre (Job  Centre Plus) will be able to help you with these.

Education

there are 6 stages of education in the UK:  

• early years or nursery (under 5 years old),

• infant (5 – 7 or 8 years old)

• junior (up to 11 or 12 years old)

• secondary (11 or 12 up to 16 years old)

• further education (16 – 19 years old)  

• higher education (post 18 years old)

Emergency Services

The police, fire and rescue and ambulance service are all  called using an emergency telephone number which in the UK is 999. You will be  asked which service you need, and your call will be directed to the correct agency.

English for Speakers of Other Languages Classes (ESOL)

Classes to help you  learn or improve your knowledge of the English language.

General Practioner (GP)

A medical doctor based in your community that treats  patients with minor or chronic illnesses and will refer patients with serious conditions  to specialist consultants in a hospital.

Help to Claim

This service is provided by Citizens Advice and is confidential  advice on how to claim Universal Credit

Homelessness

a person is classed as homeless if they have no accommodation  in the UK. A person is also classed homeless if they have accommodation but  cannot live there for example because of violence or has been evicted

Identity Card – see Biometric Residence Permit

JobCentre Plus

A government funded employment agency and social security  office found in most towns and cities. Their aim is to help people to find employment  in the UK and they are also responsible for all benefit claims.

Letting agents

A letting agent is responsible for leasing houses/flats for private  landlords, finding prospective tenants and very often collecting the rent on behalf of  the landlord.

Local Councils

A body of people elected to manage the affairs of a town, county  or district rather than the state. The council provides vital services such as social  care, schools, housing and waste collection.

Medical Exemption Certificate

People with certain medical conditions, pregnant  women and women who have had a baby in the last 12 months can get free National  Health Service prescriptions with a valid exemption certificate. You must complete a  form to apply for this benefit.

National Careers Service

A government funded agency providing careers  information, advice, learning and training in your career. This service is for anyone  aged 13 years and over.

National Health Service (NHS)

A government funded national medical and health  care service that everyone in the UK can use without being asked to pay the cost of  the service. This is funded by the National Insurance contribution tax in the UK.

National Insurance (NI) Number

A unique ‘personal’ account number ensuring all  National Insurance (social security) contributions and tax are recorded on your

individual tax account. Everyone over the age of 16 has one and you will need to  provide your National Insurance (NI) number when you start a job.

National Rail – The national train service providing travel information and services  around the UK. Although run by privately owned train companies, you can buy  tickets across the whole network.

Protection for Whistleblowing – If you are a worker, and you are concerned over  something you feel is wrong such as someone’s health and safety is in danger, you  are protected by law. This can be raised in confidence with your employer, and you  should not be treated unfairly or lose your job.

Right to Work - The legal right to work once in the UK. All guests under the Homes  for Ukraine scheme have the legal right to work full-time if they are over 18 years old.

School Term Times – The vary depending on your local area, however, they tend to  follow this pattern:

- Summer Term: March/April – July  

- Autmn Term: September – December

- Winter Term: Jan – March/April

Sponsor – Families, individuals, or organisations who are sponsoring people under  the Homes for Ukraine.  

State Pension Credit – A financial benefit providing extra money for pensioners to  help with living costs if you are over the UK State pension age and on a low income.  

The UK Centre for Professional Qualifications (UK CPQ) - Is designated by the  UK Government to provide advice and guidance on the recognition of professional  qualifications in an international context.

Universal Credit - The payment is made up of a basic 'standard allowance' and  extra payments that might apply to you depending on your circumstances.

Urgent Treatment Centre - Are medical centres for urgent care that isn't  immediately life threatening. Appointments can be booked via dialling 111 or through  your General Practioner (GP).

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Section 1 – Arriving in the UK  

1.1: What you need to know in your first few days

Making contact with your Sponsor

Before travelling to the UK, you should let your sponsor know when you will be  arriving and arrange where you will meet. You should discuss with them whether  they will meet you at your arrival point or whether you should make your own way to  their home. If they ask you to make your way to their home, they should help explain  to you the best travel arrangements.  

Security Checks prior to your arrival

Security checks will be undertaken on your host and their family. These checks are a  necessary step to ensure you and your sponsor are kept safe.  

Travelling with Medical Devices and Medication

If you have a medical device which you need to manage an existing medical  condition, you may bring this with you to the UK as part of your personal  property. You are also able to bring up to 3 months' supply of prescribed medication.  If this medication is normally treated as a controlled drug, special rules may apply.  You should obtain advice before travelling.

 

Pre-entry health screening

Ссылки и источники

Великобритания, Социальная поддержка, Медицина, Дети, Работа, Жилье, Памятка, ПДФ-документ, Официальное, Открытое
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1097962/Welcome_Guide_English_update_from_20_May_Russian_translation.pdf
Отличная методичка про украинцев в UK на русском языке:

• Информация о спонсорской программе для граждан Украины «Жилье для Украины»
• Получение пособий социального обеспечения и оформление номера государственного страхования
• Доступ к ключевым государственным услугам и услугам здравоохранения
• Поиск трудоустройства и уплата налогов
• Уход за детьми и услуги в сфере образования
• Юридические права и обязанности