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AI will be used to estimate age of asylum seekers from next year

Hacker News Friday 29 May 2026, 18:23 UTC By vylorn 1 min read
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The UK government will use AI to estimate the age of asylum seekers from next year, with the aim of preventing children from being housed in adult facilities. The technology will be used to assess the age of individuals who claim to be under 18 but appear older, and will be applied to those who arrive in the UK without proper documentation. The move is part of the government's efforts to address the issue of unaccompanied minors being housed in adult facilities, which can lead to exploitation and abuse.

Article URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ce3pe36qe7ro

Comments URL: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48327222

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