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Tag: Scotland and Northern Ireland SHTF

Unsuitable holding facilities across immigration detention in Scotland and Northern Ireland

Published:

The Independent Monitoring Board (IMB) for Scotland and Northern Ireland short-term holding facilities (STHF) has significant concerns about the practice of removing prescribed medication from those entering detention. The Board has also highlighted several areas in which the conditions of detention are not up to the required standard, including unsuitable holding rooms, and limited accessibility for those with disabilities.

Scotland and Northern Ireland Short-Term Holding Facilities (STHF) 2022-23 annual report

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Annual Report of the Short-Term Holding Facilities (STHF) in Scotland and Northern Ireland for reporting year 1 February 2022 – 31 January 2023.