Survey reveals Ukrainian refugees’ challenges with life in Ireland so far

Ukrainians express overwhelming gratitude to the Irish people and GovernmentHowever, challenges with banking and taxation system, language barriers, public transport, and shared accommodation are revealedNearly 80pc of Ukrainians looking for a job do not have a bank account or card

Sophia Ostapiv at the Aviva stadium as Ireland take on Ukraine in UEFA Nations League. Photo: Mark Condren

Conor Feehan

Issues around the banking and taxation system, language barriers, public transport, and shared accommodation have all been expressed by Ukrainians who fled to Ireland after the Russian invasion.

However, the survey conducted by the Ukrainian Action group, also saw Ukrainians expressing overwhelming gratitude to the Irish people and Government.