Ukraine’s ambassador to the UK says there have always been "bureaucratic hassles" involved with applying for UK visas - including for his wife - even before the conflict with Russia sparked a refugee crisis.
Vadym Prystaiko was giving evidence to the Home Affairs Select Committee at Portcullis House on Wednesday morning.
Report by Jonesia.
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