MEPs back plans for ‘return hubs’, raising fears of ‘human rights black holes’
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The European Parliament has approved plans to increase the return of undocumented migrants from the EU. The proposal allows for the detention of individuals for up to two years if they are deemed a security risk or likely to abscond, and broadens powers for age checks and entry bans. The plan also paves the way for EU member states to establish "return hubs" in non-EU countries, where deported individuals would be held. The vote reflects a shift towards stricter migration policies within the parliament. Human rights experts have expressed concerns that these offshore centers could become "human rights black holes," with limited oversight and potential for prolonged detention. Several countries, including Germany and Denmark, are already exploring establishing such hubs.
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AI-ExtractedThe commissioner for human rights at the Council of Europe warned against creating “human rights black holes” at offshore return hubs.
Germany, the Netherlands, Austria, Greece and Denmark are working together to establish return hubs outside Europe.
Only about one in five people under a return order are deported.
People could be detained for up to two years under the new plans.
MEPs backed plans for ‘return hubs’ for people with no right to stay in the EU.
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