The Children’s Authority of Trinidad and Tobago has refused the application for the licence of the Sylphill Home in Love in Tobago.

Take a look at the full statement from the Authority below:

In accordance with its powers under Sections 4 and 5 of the Children’s Community Residences, Foster Care and Nurseries Act, Chap. 46:04, the Children’s Authority of Trinidad and Tobago has refused the application for Licence of the Sylphill Home in Love in Tobago. As a result, the operations of the Children’s Home have ceased.

The Authority continues to provide all children who have been relocated with the necessary psycho- social support and intervention.

The move to cease operations at the Sylphill Home is consistent with the Authority’s efforts to ensure the best interest and overall welfare of children in care. The Authority will continue to advocate for the care, protection and rehabilitation of all children as we “defend and support child rights and make child protection everybody’s business”.