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<p>The Home Office has put in place a comprehensive vulnerability strategy to ensure
that the EU Settlement Scheme is accessible for all, including children in care.</p><p><br>The
Home office has been engaging with relevant stakeholders such as the Department for
Education, Local Government Association and Association of Directors of Children’s
Services to assess the needs of this group and ensure they are supported.</p><p><br>Specific
guidance and resources for local authorities and community leaders is being produced
to inform vulnerable groups about the application process and the need to apply.</p><p><br>The
Home Office has introduced a range of support including up to £9 million grant funding
for voluntary and community organisations, assisted digital support and support via
the EU Settlement Scheme Resolution Centre.</p><p><br>A New Burdens Assessment has
also been produced in collaboration with key stakeholders representing local authorities
and children’s social services to ensure they are funded to identify and support EU
children in care.</p>
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