Letter: Fighting child refugees’ corner
The service became operational in September 2010 and is funded by the Scottish Government, the Paul Hamlyn Foundation and Big Lottery until early 2013. The pilot will then be evaluated to determine its future.
As is apparent from the interviews with young people featured, this service is something they value and we hope to find a way to ensure that they continue to be supported. Meanwhile, we need to push for a child-friendly asylum system which recognises their vulnerability and is proud to offer protection to those who need it most.
Jackie Hothersall, Director of Children and Families Services; Teresa Gallagher, Deputy Chief Executive, Scottish Refugee Council