Asylum transfer reforms prompt questions over commissioning

Nicole Weinstein
Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Changes to timeframes and thresholds for the National Transfer Scheme for unaccompanied asylum-seeking children are "not enough" say local authorities struggling to find and fund suitable places for new arrivals.

Lone migrant children in temporary accommodation are now expected to be transferred to local authority care within five working days. Picture: Vanja/Adobe Stock
Lone migrant children in temporary accommodation are now expected to be transferred to local authority care within five working days. Picture: Vanja/Adobe Stock

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