S.L. 217.12 Art. 10Detention of minors and families.

(1) An unaccompanied minor and a family with minors shall only be detained as a measure of last resort and for the shortest period of time possible.

(2) Separate accommodation guaranteeing adequate privacy shall be provided to a family in detention pending removal.

(3) A minor in detention shall have access to leisure activities, including play and recreational activities appropriate to his age, and state education in Malta depending on the length of his stay.

(4) An unaccompanied minor shall as far as possible be provided with accommodation in an institution provided with personnel and facilities which takes into account the needs of a person of his age.

(5) The best interests of the child shall be a primary consideration in the detention of minors pending removal.