Oral question asked in the House of Lords, by Baroness Neuberger (Liberal Democrat). It was answered by Baroness Neville-Jones (Conservative) on Wednesday, 20 October 2010.

Immigration: Jimmy Mubenga

Question: To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether there will be a full investigation into the death of Mr Jimmy Mubenga during deportation.

Answer: My Lords, the circumstances of Mr Mubenga’s death are the subject of police investigation. A Prisons and Probation Ombudsman investigation and a coroner’s inquest will also take place in due course. Escort staff receive training on issues such as welfare, first aid, use of force and restraint. Prior to a removal, escorts are provided with a risk assessment of the individual, which will include known facts on medical conditions, the risk of self-harm, the likelihood of any attempt to escape and known criminal activities or violent behaviour.

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