The teenage asylum seeker was represented by Phoenix Legislation.

Its head of immigration and asylum, Sinead Marmion, welcomed Monday’s ruling.

“The Good Friday Settlement has at all times been a beacon of human rights protections and hope.

“As we speak, the court docket via the Northern Eire Protocol, has ensured these rights apply to the entire neighborhood – together with asylum seekers.”

The federal government has been contacted for a response to the ruling.

A authorities spokesperson beforehand advised the BBC: “Tackling unlawful migration is a prime precedence for the federal government, and there are an unacceptable variety of folks risking their lives, making harmful crossings on small boats.

“The Unlawful Migration Act will play an necessary half in our collective effort to interrupt the cycle, finish exploitation by gangs and forestall additional lack of life.”

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