Thank you for contacting me about the detention of women.
I am aware that under Home Office detention policy, people will only be detained for a reasonable period. I can assure you that the dignity and welfare of detained individuals is of the utmost importance and the Government has policies and procedures in place to safeguard vulnerable people, including women.
I understand that where detention is necessary, the Home Office takes into account any vulnerability concerns and ensures that appropriate support is provided. Women who have survived trafficking or sexual abuse are detained only when the evidence of vulnerability in their individual case is outweighed by immigration removal considerations. Victims of torture have their case considered by a single specialist team, autonomous of general caseworkers, and victims of modern slavery undergo a needs assessment to identify recovery needs.
I will continue to monitor this issue closely.
Thank you again for taking the time to contact me.