Service will ensure that unaccompanied children referred by their social workers and aftercare workers are matched with pro bono legal help.
“From our extensive experience it is clear the immigration system is crying out for reform,” says Catherine Cosgrave, Managing Solicitor, Immigrant Council of Ireland.
It is “heartening to see that priority will be given to unaccompanied minors and that family reunification will be supported” - Eamonn Meehan.
Immigrant Council of Ireland warns that family rights, access to work and education as well as citizenship need to be addressed by the State.
US Conference of Catholic Bishops launches National Migration Week 2015 today.
