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Brook House Detention Centre Under Fire for Detainee Abuse

1/28/2026

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Brook House immigration detention centre faces severe criticism over detainee treatment.
Reports show use of force at Brook House, with 31 occurrences in July 2025.
Detainees at Brook House with mental health issues face violence and inadequate healthcare.
Charities highlight safeguarding failures at Brook House, noting Serco says restraints are a last resort.
The Home Office says all use-of-force incidents are reviewed to protect detainee welfare.

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Story summary

Brook House immigration detention centre faces severe criticism over detainee treatment.
Reports show use of force at Brook House, with 31 occurrences in July 2025.
Detainees at Brook House with mental health issues face violence and inadequate healthcare.
Charities highlight safeguarding failures at Brook House, noting Serco says restraints are a last resort.
The Home Office says all use-of-force incidents are reviewed to protect detainee welfare.