Immigration Detention Bill [HL]

Key Points

• Sets out the rules for detaining people under immigration law and the procedures involved.
• introduces safeguards to ensure detention is lawful, necessary, and proportionate.
• Adds or strengthens time limits, reviews, and access to remedies for detainees.
• Establishes or enhances oversight, reporting, and monitoring of detention centres and authorities.
• Applies to detainees and relevant staff, with duties on the Home Office and detention operators.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the Lords and will continue through the Lords’ stages before moving to the Commons for consideration.