Trending/politics· Updated Oct 18, 2026

Vandana Mohit and Camille Robinson-Regis Clash Over Children’s Authority Oversight

Mohit and Robinson-Regis dispute the Children’s Authority’s funding, governance and response to alleged mistreatment in state-supported homes. The ministry says it has settled more than $75.5 million in commitments.

Photo via Express · from Sexual abuse, racial discrimination at children’s homes

3 reports from 3 outlets · First reported Sat, Oct 17

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Mohit and Robinson-Regis disputed the Children’s Authority’s oversight, funding and protection of children in state-supported homes.
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The ministry says it settled more than $75.5 million in Authority commitments, while Mohit says accountability and financial governance need improvement.
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Robinson-Regis alleged abuse and discriminatory practices at some homes, while Mohit said concerns about unaccounted-for children were referred to police.
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Oct 18, 2026

Minister Mohit Rejects Robinson-Regis’ Claims, Says Children’s Authority Concerns Are About Finances, Not Qualifications

Minister of the People Vandana Mohit defended her criticism of the Children’s Authority, saying her concerns are about financial governance, mounting liabilities and oversight, not the Board’s qualifications. She said her ministry has settled more than $75.5 million in obligations, including outstanding contracts and statutory payments, and insisted the institution needs accountability to protect vulnerable children.

Oct 18, 2026

Camille, Vandana clash over Children’s Authority

Social Development Minister Vandana Mohit and Opposition MP Camille Robinson-Regis clashed in Parliament over the Children’s Authority, with Robinson-Regis accusing Mohit of weak oversight, funding cuts and ignoring abuse concerns at state homes. Mohit denied the claims, said the Authority had received additional funding, and accused the board of undermining the Government. The row has raised fresh questions about the care and protection of children in State custody.

Oct 18, 2026

Sexual abuse, racial discrimination at children’s homes

Former housing minister Camille Robinson-Regis used the budget debate to allege sexual abuse, racist remarks and other improper practices at some state-supported residential children’s homes, saying the Social Development Ministry and Children’s Authority had failed to act. She also said the Children’s Authority is underfunded and lacking direction, warning that vulnerable children are not being adequately protected.

Vandana Mohit and Camille Robinson-Regis Clash Over Children’s Authority Oversight

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