The clause, tabled by Alf Dubs, a former child refugee, and three other peers aims to ensure that children entering the UK have the right to be reunited with their family reunion.
It would also see EU/ EEA and Swiss National children in care and care leavers fast tracked through the EU Settlement Scheme and given settled status in the UK.
The clause, also known as the Dubs amendment, is currently covered by EU legislation known as the Dublin III treaty but is set to expire on 31 December when the UK’s Brexit transition period comes to an end.
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