Guidance

Interpretation services and use of translation devices

Detention services order 02/2022 on the use of interpretation services and electronic translation devices.

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Detention Services Order 02/2022: interpretation services and use of translation devices

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The purpose of this order is to set out the provisions, including interpretation services and translation devices, available for individuals held in immigration detention and the circumstances in which these should be used.

This order provides guidance for all Home Office staff and suppliers operating in immigration removal centres (IRCs), residential short-term holding facilities (RSTHF), pre departure accommodation (PDA) and short-term holding facilities (STHF) managed by supplier staff. This excludes immigration detained individuals accommodated in prison.

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Published 21 July 2022

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