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<p>Since we introduced quarantine measures in June, those who have come to the UK
in illegally facilitated crossings have been placed in facilities where they must
self-isolate for 14 days, given we cannot be certain which countries they have travelled
through.</p><p>Anyone who is symptomatic will be taken to designated accommodation
and tested according to Public Health England guidance.</p><p>All immigration removal
centres have communicable disease contingency plans, based on guidance by Public Health
England (PHE). Measures such as protective shielding, improved hygiene and use of
personal protective equipment (PPE) are being used to minimise the risk of COVID-19
spreading to vulnerable groups in IRCs.</p><p>On 26 March the High Court ruled that
the Home Office was taking sensible, precautionary measures in relation to COVID-19
and immigration detention.</p>
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