54Moreover, according to Article 23(1) of Directive 2013/33 the best interests of the child are a primary consideration for Member States when implementing the provisions of the directive that involve minors. Under Article 23(2) of the directive, in assessing those best interests, Member States must in particular take due account of factors such as the minor’s well-being and social development, taking into particular consideration the minor’s background, such as safety and security considerations. Recital 35 of the directive also underlines that the latter seeks to promote the application, inter alia, of Article 24 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights and has to be implemented accordingly.
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