Some detainees under the UK-France returns scheme had been awaiting deportation for more than six months, despite policy stating detention should last up to 28 days only in exceptional cases.

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The GuardianLeft · Aug 13, 6:02 PM

Some detainees had been awaiting deportation for more than six months despite being supposed to be held for up to 28 days only in exceptional cases

Details: more than six months; 28 days; exceptional cases