The teenage asylum seeker was represented by Phoenix Law.

Its head of immigration and asylum, Sinead Marmion, welcomed the ruling.

“The Good Friday Agreement has always been a beacon of human rights protections and hope.

“Today, the court through the Northern Ireland Protocol, has ensured those rights apply to the whole community – including asylum seekers.”

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

A government spokesperson previously told the BBC: “Tackling illegal migration is a top priority for the government, and there are an unacceptable number of people risking their lives, making dangerous crossings on small boats.

“The Illegal Migration Act will play an important part in our collective effort to break the cycle, end exploitation by gangs and prevent further loss of life.”