Written question asked by Mark Oaten (Liberal Democrat), in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 16 June 1997. It was answered by Mike O'Brien (Labour) on Monday, 16 June 1997 on behalf of the Home Office.

Home Office

Question: How many asylum seekers in Haslar Detention Centre in Gosport have been detained for more than (a) six and (b) 12 months. - Inc figs.

Answer: Mr. Oaten: To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department how many asylum seekers in Haslar Detention Centre in Gosport have been detained for more than (a) six and (b) 12 months; and if he will make a statement. [3312] Mr. O'Brien: Central records show that at Haslar Detention Centre there are 14 detainees who have been detained for more than six months and who have sought asylum at some time, and that there are three others who have been detained for more than twelve months. All 17 applications have already been refused.

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