Iceland’s Detention Delay
Lawmakers in Iceland are considering whether to postpone a law establishing a dedicated immigration detention center while officials prepare a suitable site.
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The Ministry of Justice said on November 11 that a majority on the General Affairs and Education Committee plans to introduce a bill moving the law’s start date from December 1, 2026, to December 1, 2027. The ministry cited delays in preparing suitable premises, partly because of planning issues.
The bill would also defer …
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