Study finds gaps in services for unaccompanied migrant children

LACK of suitable accommodation, insufficient social work support and lack of clear immigration status are the main issues surrounding the care of unaccompanied migrant children in this country, a new study has found.

A comprehensive report published this week by the ERSI states there is “considerable lack of clarity on provisions for unaccompanied minors in Ireland”, and outlines gaps in the services – as well as instances of best practice.

Another major issue why migrant children often fall through the cracks, the report claims, is the lack of information sharing between organisations.