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What is immigration detention?

Find out more about immigration detention, what happens when people are detained, and what practical support local communities can be provide

Details

Wed 20 April 2011, 6pm to 9pm
Old Town Hall, Council Chamber
29 The Broadway, Stratford,
London E15 4BQ

Every year over 20,000 people enter into one of the immigration removal centres in the UK. Currently there is a lot of talk about changes to the detention system for families with children, but detention still remains a harsh reality for some individuals and can have repercussions for whole communities. Hosted by RAMFEL, the London Detainee Support Group, Praxis, the Dover Detainee Visitors Group and the Detention Forum, this is a timely opportunity to:

• Find out more about detention
• Find out how the system works
• Find what faith groups, voluntary groups and communities can do to help those finding themselves detained and those that are then released.

With testimonies from individuals who were detained as well as a panel of experts, on hand to answer questions – this is a rare opportunity not to be missed.

To book your place, please email Lucy@ramfel.org.uk or call her on 020 8478 4513.