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Third anniversary of the war in Ukraine

Following Russia’s attack on Ukraine on 24 February 2022, Bexley has been welcoming Ukrainian nationals through the government funded Homes for Ukraine scheme.

More than 500 displaced Ukrainian nationals have been found places to live in the borough. The majority of those have been placed with Homes for Ukraine ‘sponsors’ who have found space in their own homes.

Clare Chalaye has been part of the scheme since April 2022 said:

Having a Ukrainian family has taught me a lot about how much we have in common, that things can change for whole countries in an instant, that there are a lot of kind people in Bexley.

Maryna, Dasha and Ira arrived with a small suitcase between them. Dasha and Ira started school soon after, plus worked online to keep up with Ukrainian studies.

Maryna found a part time job as soon as she could. I know she would go home in a heartbeat if it was safe for her to do so. She misses her husband so much and had a great life in Kyiv.”

For more information go to our Ukraine page

ukraine story

Maryna said:

We are extremely grateful to Clare. She let us into her home and into her heart. She has been incredibly supportive all along and three years on we’re still in her home. Unfortunately the war is not over, far from it.”

Your life, your choice Bexley

We have redesigned our Adult Social Care pages to make it easier for you to find the help and support you need. 

The Your Life, Your Choice website was created with input from local residents, charities and Adult Social Care staff to ensure it is clear, useful and accessible to whether you are looking for care services, local support, or ways to stay active in the community.

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BBE move to Civic Offices

The Council’s employment service, Bexley Business & Employment (BBE) is moving from Erith and will be based on the ground floor in Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, DA6 7AT from May 2025. 

The move marks an exciting new chapter for the BBE employment team and is another step forward in the Councils commitment to make cost savings and service improvements.

Bexley Business & Employment (BBE) provide free employment and business support in the borough on behalf of the Council. 

Support is available for anyone living in Bexley in need of job search assistance, including help with job interview preparation and CVs.

Find out how BBE can help your career or business

Bexley Business and Employment