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Immigration reports tabled in Parliament 1 March 2006

The summaries below are to assist site users only, for a complete record of the reports and recommendations please refer to each report. Please note that all abbreviations used in the summaries are spelt out in full within the reports.
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Minister's tabling statement - 1 March 2006

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Immigration report 014/05

Homeless man of unknown age and nationality, in detention for three years. Refused to clarify identity or nationality; possible psychiatric illness; risk of indefinite detention under s 189.
Ombudsman’s recommendation: DIMA seek further legal advice on continued detention and review procedures for such cases; that a visa for release into the community be considered.

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Immigration report 016/05

39 year old homeless man of unknown nationality in detention for four years. DIMA unable to confirm identity or nationality; possible mental illness and risk of indefinite detention.
Ombudsman’s recommendation: DIMA seek further legal advice on continued detention and review procedures for such cases; that a visa for release into community be considered.

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