(6 years, 11 months ago)
Lords ChamberMy Lords, I thank my noble friend for bringing this issue to the attention of the House. It is my understanding that, by invoking the UNCRC, we are talking about children being people under the age of 18. I would very much welcome the Minister’s saying that that extends beyond Clause 124, which we brought forward, to everywhere in the Bill that “children” is mentioned.
My Lords, can the Minister tell the House at what age the United Nations considers that a child ceases to be a child?