Newham Anti-Raids and Sanctuary Partnership
Newham Council is reviewing its policies on immigration raids, committing to not assist Home Office enforcement where legally possible.
Newham Council voted in October 2026 to review its policies regarding immigration raids. The council committed to not actively assist Home Office Immigration Enforcement wherever legally possible, following a proposal by Councillor Oli Rahman and seconded by Councillor Begum Sahera. This decision stems from Motion 6, "Defending Newham as a Borough of Sanctuary: Ending Council Support for Immigration Raids."
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 might currently facilitate immigration enforcement, aligning with the proposed Newham Anti-Raids and Sanctuary Partnership.
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