Training for Visitors on Accommodation Options and Making Applications in Detention

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This training session provides visitors with an understanding of the relationship between immigration bail and having a release address, an overview of accommodation options available to people in detention and how visitors can effectively support people in detention with accommodation applications.

About the Trainer

Saria Hassan is Solicitor and Legal Manager at Bail for Immigration Detainees (BID). Her work focuses on representing people in both immigration removal centres and prisons who should be considered unsuitable for immigration detention by virtue of their past experiences of torture, trafficking and/or their complex health needs. This also includes ensuring that both accommodation and support needs are met for those released from detention.

BID is an independent charity that exists to end immigration detention in the UK. They work towards their mission through the provision of legal advice, information and representation alongside research, policy advocacy and strategic litigation. BID works closely with AVID and AVID members, offering vital support including representation and working with people in detention who do not have a lawyer to make bail applications.

Further Resources

Visit the AVID handbook for further information on immigration bail and accommodation.

ASAP (Asylum Support Appeals Project) are also highlighted in this training. You can access their factsheets here. ASAP also have an advice line (0203 716 0283) which is open Mon, Wed & Fri 2-4pm.