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First Gazan Children Arrive in UK for Life-Saving NHS Treatment

The move marks the start of a cross-government evacuation program for specialist NHS care.

Overview

  • The first cohort arrived under an operation coordinated by the Foreign Office, the Home Office and the Department of Health and Social Care.
  • Two child patients and their families reached Scotland for treatment, with ministers stressing privacy and wellbeing.
  • Between 30 and 50 young Palestinians are expected to receive care in the UK in the coming weeks, with Scotland committing to up to 20 patients.
  • On arrival, the children and their families receive NHS treatment, suitable housing and comprehensive support for an initial two-year period.
  • Officials are also working to help Gaza students take up UK university places, while separate Project Pure Hope missions have brought some children privately.