Kent council "days away" from not being able to deliver responsibilities for asylum seeking children

Kent council "days away" from not being able to deliver responsibilities for asylum seeking children

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Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the challenges faced by Kent County Council in managing unaccompanied asylum-seeking children. With a significant increase in arrivals, primarily adolescent boys, the council is under pressure to provide adequate reception and long-term care. The current rate of arrivals is straining reception capacity, with three centers and an annex quickly filling up. The council is close to reaching a point where it may not fulfill its statutory responsibilities. Long-term care responsibilities extend to age 25, adding to the pressure on social services. The visible arrival of migrants in Kent, mainly via small boats, is causing public concern.

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