Of asylum seekers
“Officials heard anecdotal evidence that age verification for some children as part of the evidencing of their claim can delay the turnaround time of their application.”
The Scottish Government added that due to “time constraints for laying amending legislation” it was not possible to address all of the issues raised, including better support for asylum seekers in general, particularly those who have been in the UK for three years with an asylum claim pending with the Home Office.
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“Further analysis is required to try and identify the number of asylum seekers who are currently residing in Scotland who have been waiting more than three years on a decision by the Home Office to ascertain the extent of the issue,” the report added.
Higher Education Minister Graeme Dey said: “Scotland has a strong track record in supporting our young people.
“I recognise the impact that any delay to an asylum claim can have on a young person’s education journey.”
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