The Liberal Democrats have launched a consultation on how Britain can offer safe haven to 3,000 unaccompanied children. It is estimated there are more than 20,000 unaccompanied refugee children amongst those who have reached Europe, many of whom are at risk from being trafficked into prostitution or child labour. Liberal Democrats have repeatedly backed Save the Children’s call for the government to offer safe haven to 3,000 of these children, the UK’s fair share.
Tim Farron hosted a cross party roundtable which looked at how the Government and communities could welcome these children and what resources, support and tools are needed. The meeting was attended by over 20 experts and organisations working with refugees, vulnerable children and foster carers.
Liberal Democrats have launched an online consultation based on the outcome of this meeting.
Experts and the public will be able to submit proposals to form a blueprint of how Britain can accept the unaccompanied minors who have arrived in Europe.
The consultation document can be read here Consultation_3000_children_-_update