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<p>Section 55 of the Borders, Citizenship and Immigration Act 2009 requires the Home
Office to ensure that its immigration, asylum, nationality and customs functions are
discharged having regard to the need to safeguard and promote the welfare of children
who are in the United Kingdom.</p><p>This includes ensuring that the best interests
of the child must be a primary consideration in every decision taken in respect of
them. These arrangements are reflected in the Home Office’s rules, policy and guidance
that relate to the handling of decisions made in respect of children.</p>
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