Feb 14 β€’ 07:31 UTC πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Sweden Aftonbladet

Forssell: Teenagers should be allowed to complete high school

Swedish Migration Minister Johan Forssell states that teenagers at risk of deportation should be allowed to finish their high school education.

In a recent interview, Swedish Migration Minister Johan Forssell emphasized the importance of allowing teenagers facing deportation to complete their high school education. Forssell stated that the government is working on a proposal that could extend the time for this vulnerable group to finish their studies. He asserted that students in high school should be allowed to focus on their education without the fear of being uprooted from their country.

The issue of deportation for minors, where young individuals turn 18 only to receive notices of expulsion while their families are permitted to stay, has sparked widespread criticism. This situation presents a challenge not only for the affected youths but also raises broader questions about fairness and humanity in Sweden's immigration policies. Forssell and Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson have referred to ongoing investigations considering potential solutions for these kids.

However, the government has yet to provide a clear timeline for when any official decisions regarding this proposal might be reached. The discussion around the right to education for these teenagers is likely to continue, underscoring the complexities and implications of immigration reform in Sweden during a controversial time.

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