Preparation for removal and release

Detainees are able to maintain contact with family, friends, support groups, legal representatives and advisors, access information about their destination country and be prepared for their release, transfer or removal. Detainees are able to retain or recover their property.

Welfare

Detainees are supported by welfare services during their time in detention and prepared for release, transfer or removal before leaving detention.

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Visits and family contact

Detainees can easily maintain contact with their families and the outside world. Visits take place in a clean, respectful and safe environment.

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Communications

Detainees can maintain contact with the outside world regularly using a full range of communications media.

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Leaving the centre

Detainees leaving detention are prepared for their release, transfer or removal. Detainees are treated sensitively and humanely and are able to retain or recover their property.

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Leadership and management of preparation for removal and release

Preparation for removal and release outcomes for detainees are supported by effective leadership and management.

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