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What Makes an Age Assessment Merton-Compliant in 2025?
When local authorities and legal firms carry out or advise on age assessments in the UK, one of the most important benchmarks remains the...
Matt Vincent
Mar 273 min read
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"Age Assessment Services: Supporting Local Authorities and Legal Firms in Their Statutory Duties"
Accurately determining the age of unaccompanied minors seeking asylum is crucial for local authorities to meet their statutory duties....
Matt Vincent
Jan 11 min read
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"How Long Does It Take to Complete an Age Assessment? What You Need to Know"
Age assessments are a vital process in determining whether an individual seeking asylum in the UK is a child or an adult. The outcome...
Matt Vincent
Jan 13 min read
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Reasons Why Age Assessments Can Be Challenged in the UK: An Overview with Recent Case Law
Age assessments play a critical role in determining whether an asylum seeker is a child or an adult, which in turn affects the level of...
Matt Vincent
Aug 31, 20243 min read
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Why Many Organizations Oppose the NAAB and Its Impact on Social Work Values
The establishment of the National Age Assessment Board (NAAB) by the Home Office has sparked significant opposition from various...
Matt Vincent
Jun 9, 20242 min read
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Radiographers Push Back Against Controversial Age Verification Scans for Migrants
In a significant development that may impact the U.K. government’s immigration policies, radiographers are considering a refusal to...
Matt Vincent
Apr 21, 20242 min read
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The Imperative of Ongoing Professional Training for Social Workers Assisting Young Refugees from War Zones
In the evolving landscape of social work, the needs of young refugees arriving from war-torn areas such as Sudan present unique...
Matt Vincent
Mar 28, 20243 min read
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Beyond the Surface: The Perils of Age Assessment Based on Physical Appearance
In the intricate landscape of providing support for unaccompanied minors seeking refuge in the UK, social workers and professionals face...
Matt Vincent
Mar 15, 20242 min read
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Leading Through Complexity: A Social Work Manager's Reflection on Supporting Unaccompanied Minors
In my role as a social work manager within a local authority, I oversee a team dedicated to supporting unaccompanied minors. This work...
Matt Vincent
Feb 1, 20242 min read
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The Transformative Power of Age Assessment Training in Social Work
The Transformative Power of Age Assessment Training in Social Work Professional development is the cornerstone of a thriving social work...
Matt Vincent
Nov 14, 20232 min read
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What Types of Trauma do Unaccompanied minors experience?
Unaccompanied minors seeking asylum in the UK often face a multitude of traumatic experiences that profoundly affect their well-being....
Matt Vincent
Jul 16, 20231 min read
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Impact of Language in the Press on Public Perception of Unaccompanied Minors
Introduction The language used in the press plays a crucial role in shaping public perception of unaccompanied minors. The words and...
Matt Vincent
Jun 30, 20232 min read
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The Importance of Foster Carer Training in Supporting Unaccompanied Minors
The Importance of Foster Carer Training in Supporting Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) Fostering Introduction: Foster care...
Matt Vincent
Jun 9, 20233 min read
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Empowering Young People: A Guide for Social Workers in Trauma-Informed Practice
Introduction: As social workers, we have a crucial role to play in supporting the well-being of young people who have experienced trauma....
Matt Vincent
Jun 3, 20233 min read
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Importance of Age Assessment Training
Introduction Age assessment is a crucial process that plays a significant role in various fields, particularly when dealing with...
Matt Vincent
Jun 2, 20233 min read
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