Greens Senator Sarah Hanson-Young today urged the Rudd Government to inquire into the ongoing effects Australia’s immigration policy has had on over 2,000 former imprisoned children and their families.

“Even though children are now released from detention, the psychological effects of the incarceration can go on,” she said.

“It’s important that Australia continues to be aware of the price paid by children in detention and investigate how to make amends.” Read more »