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UK Suspension of Refugee Family Reunion Leaves Hundreds of Children Separated Each Month

The UK’s halt on refugee family reunion has resulted in potentially thousands of children staying apart from their families, with new analysis showing significant ongoing separations. This affects vulnerable individuals who rely on the process to escape dangerous situations and reunite safely. The suspension also raises questions about local authority resources and future government policy on asylum support.

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