Case No. UKUT-00227-(IAC)

2.34. The statutory duty in section 55 of the 2009Act does not apply in relation to children who are outside the United Kingdom. However, UK Border Agency staff working overseas must adhere to the spirit of the duty and make enquiries when they have reason to suspectthat a child may be in need of protection or safeguarding, or presents welfare needs that require attention. In some instances international or local agreements are in place that permit or require children to be referred to the authorities of other countries and UK Border Agency staff will abide by these.2.35. As a matter of policy, posts overseas that receive or deal with applications will seek to work with local agencies in order to develop arrangements that will protect children, or promote their welfare, or reduce the risk of their being trafficked and exploited.2.36. Before taking up entry clearance or visa duties, UK Border Agency staff must receivetraining on the importance of having regardto the need safeguard and promote the welfare of children that they may encounter when working overseas. C