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British Indian Ocean Territory: Detainees

Asked by Andrew RosindellReform UKForeign, Commonwealth and Development OfficeTabled Answered 23 October 2024UIN 9139

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To ask the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs, how many illegal immigrants are currently being detained by the United Kingdom within the British Indian Ocean Territory (Chagos Islands).

Answered by Stephen Doughty

64 migrants are currently under the care of the BIOT Administration on Diego Garcia, with 8 of those receiving medical treatment off island. The Government are working at pace to find a solution for the migrants that both protects their welfare and the integrity of UK borders.

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