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Summary: In 1997 over 1,100 children and young
people arrived on their own in the UK
seeking asylum having fled their own
countries, frequently as a consequence
of painful and distressing events. SCF's summary of the publication
In 1997 over 1,100 children and young people arrived on their own in
the UK seeking asylum having fled their own countries, frequently as
a consequence of painful and distressing events. Once here, without
the support of their parents, they have to negotiate a daunting
asylum process which will determine whether or not they can remain.
Having a good legal representative is essential to put their asylum
case to the Home Office. In this area of law, as in others, children
and young people need specially skilled representatives.
Supporting unaccompanied children in the asylum process reports on
research conducted with asylum-seeking young people, professionals,
legal representatives and government officials on the issue of legal
representation. It focuses on how representatives are working with
children as clients.
In this report:
Children and young people speak about their experiences, both good
and bad, of the asylum process and legal representation
Legal representatives and other professionals identify key practice
and how they particularly affect children
Good practice in representation is highlighted with recommendations
for legal representatives and all adults who are involved in
supporting children in this process
This is essential reading for all legal professionals involved with
children in the asylum process. It also provides useful information
for any adult who is involved in supporting asylum-seeking children
in this country, for example panel advisers, social workers,
teachers, and refugee community organisations.
A4 paperback 76pp 1998 ISBN 1 899120 88 2
£9.95
Owner: Wendy Ayotte