<p>All of the Khmelnitsky Orchestra were issued their visas.</p><p> </p><p>Officials across the government endeavoured to ensure the Orchestra could enter the UK as soon as possible once they had submitted their applications, provided their biometrics and information required in support of their application.</p><p> </p><p>Applications are considered on their individual merits in accordance with the immigration rules with the responsibility on applicants to demonstrate they meet these rules to help avoid delays in processing.</p><p> </p><p>Musicians and performers are a valued and important part of UK culture and we are pleased that the Ukrainian musicians are now in the UK and the orchestra is able to perform in full.</p>