HL Deb 26 October 1998 vol 593 c199WA
Lord Avebury

asked Her Majesty's Government:

Whether they will consider designating Aldington as an Immigration Act detention centre. [HL3479]

Lord Williams of Mostyn

The possibility of using Aldington as an Immigration Service detention centre is one of a number of options being considered to expand the detention estate and reduce the use of prisons. Discussions are taking place between Immigration Service and Prison Service officials. We expect to be able to take a decision within the next few months.