We have recommended that the Government commission an independent review of children’s experiences of the asylum system. This review should include examination of the support needs for young asylum seekers, including failed asylum seekers, and refugees up to the age of 25 and should assess the cost of providing those services. We encourage the Government also to consider how independent Youth Welfare Officers might be employed to provide immediate social, emotional and practical support to yo...

We have recommended that the Government commission an independent review of children’s experiences of the asylum system. This review should include examination of the support needs for young asylum seekers, including failed asylum seekers, and refugees up to the age of 25 and should assess the cost of providing those services. We encourage the Government also to consider how independent Youth Welfare Officers might be employed to provide immediate social, emotional and practical support to young asylum-seekers and refugees adapting to life in the UK. Type: conclusion | Number: 27 | Paragraph: 126 | Response status: under_consideration Government response: The Government is absolutely committed to securing the welfare of all asylum seekers and refugees. This includes unaccompanied children and young adults. The Home Office continues to support conversations on improving the mental health of refugees and asylum seekers including through its National As