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Brexit effect on vulnerable children and families begins to unravel

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Meeting of charity leaders to discuss the impact of Brexit on vulnerable children and families warns that the UK leaving the European Union could put children’s rights, safeguarding and economic welfare at risk

By triggering Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty on 29 March, the Prime Minister started the anticipated two-year process of the UK leaving the European Union (EU).

Since the public backed Brexit by 52 to 48 per cent in the referendum on leaving the EU last June, there has been much speculation on the impact it will have on the country.

Much of the discussion has focused on the economic ramifications, with Brexit likely to have a significant effect on trading arrangements. There has been comparatively little consideration or public debate about its impact on the lives of children, young people and families, particular disadvantaged groups.

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