EU citizens are being detained and held in immigration removal centres after trying to enter the UK for work without visas or residence status.
EU citizens are experiencing the harsh new realities brought about by Brexit. As explained in our blog Brexit has happened: what now? EU nationals can enter Britain visa-free for tourism purposes and can stay for up to 90 days, but they are prevented from entering the UK for work or residence without either a work visa or status under the EU Settlement Scheme.
Following Brexit, there have been more instances of EU citizens trying to enter the UK to work without a visa or residence status being detained at the border and held in immigration removal centres. EU diplomats have expressed concern about the prolonged periods of time for which these individuals are being held. Some individuals have been held for up to seven days before being returned to their home countries. European governments have found the length of some detentions disproportionate and would like the EU to take a tougher stance with the UK Government.
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