# AI Age Estimates Spark Refugee Concerns

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-06-01T05:04:57+00:00
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The UK Home Office is rolling out AI to estimate the age of young asylum seekers arriving by boat, sparking alarm from over 100 refugee and migrant child advocacy groups. Critics warn the technology could misidentify minors as adults due to trauma and malnutrition, risking detention or imprisonment. Despite government claims that human officers will make final decisions and the system will be tested, opponents argue AI could amplify existing errors. The £300K contract aims to spot potential fraud but raises serious ethical and practical concerns about accuracy and human rights. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b7213032d06e225c

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