The UK government has set out proposals for those who currently have European Union rights to live, work and study in the UK to be able to apply for a form of settled status on or after withdrawal from the EU.
Children looked after by councils may be placed in a better position if they are eligible for settlement after five years residence in the UK.
Problems arise for children turning 18 who are European because of the difficulty in demonstrating any entitlement to benefits or services. This issue will persist at least until there is a formal settlement for European nationals and may be a problem afterwards, particularly for looked-after children who leave care in the interim.
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