BID publishes briefing on legal aid 'Residence Test'

Today, 1st July, the House of Commons Delegated Legislation Committee will debate the legal aid 'residence test.' Last week, BID sent a briefing to committee members highlighting the very damaging effect which the proposed residence test would have on immigration detainees.

The residence test would prevent ex-detainees from accessing legal aid to bring civil claims seeking compensation for unlawful detention. Detainees would also not be able to access legal aid to challenge abuse suffered in detention, if the residence test is introduced.

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Briefing on ‘Residence Test’ June 2014 House of Commons Delegated Legislation Committee

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