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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Government response to the Public Inquiry into Brook House immigration removal centre

19 March 2024 · Home Office

Proposed by Michael Tomlinson Con Mid Dorset and North Poole

ImmigrationNHSSafeguarding & DBS

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Key points

  • Government publishes response to Brook House Inquiry regarding abuse at Brook House immigration removal centre
  • Highlights improvements since 2017, including strengthened safeguards and enhanced oversight of contractors' performance
  • Commits to embedding inquiry findings into new policy initiatives

Issue summary

The Government is publishing its response to the Brook House Inquiry regarding abuse at the Brook House immigration removal centre.

Action requested

The Government highlights significant improvements made since 2017, including strengthened safeguards, improved oversight of contractors’ performance, and promotion of transparency. It commits to fully embedding the inquiry's findings into new policy initiatives.

Key facts

  • The Brook House Inquiry was established on 5 November 2019.
  • The inquiry report was published on 19 September 2023.
  • The inquiry formally closed on 31 January 2024.
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