policies regarding immigration raids
Newham Council is reviewing its policies on immigration raids, committing not to assist Home Office enforcement where legally possible.
Newham Council voted in October 2026 to review its policies regarding immigration raids, following a motion proposed by Councillor Oli Rahman and seconded by Councillor Begum Sahera. The council committed not to actively assist Home Office Immigration Enforcement wherever legally possible.
The motion mandates a comprehensive review of council policies, procedures, contracts, data-sharing arrangements, and information systems. This review aims to identify where council services may currently facilitate immigration enforcement activities. No upcoming meetings are listed to discuss the progress of this review.
Key facts
- Newham Council voted in October 2026 to review its policies regarding immigration raids. Source
- The council committed not to actively assist Home Office Immigration Enforcement wherever legally possible. Source
- The decision followed a motion proposed by Councillor Oli Rahman and seconded by Councillor Begum Sahera. Source
- The motion mandates a comprehensive review of council policies and data-sharing arrangements. Source
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