Menu
23/07/2010
'Illegals' Detention Centre Bid For Larne
Aliens may be about to land in a Co Antrim seaside town.
Builders are to get a minor boost soon with news that a specialised centre is to be built in Larne for the short-term detention of suspected illegal immigrants or aliens.
The Home Office-run UK Border Agency is considering submitting a planning application proposing construction of the facility in the grounds of the PSNI station.
It has been reported that a proposal to commission the 22-bed holding centre close to the port of Larne is currently awaiting final decision, but a formal planning application is expected in the near future.
The East Antrim MP, Sammy Wilson told the local paper, the Larne Times that such centres are a necessity in the current global economic climate and were important in stopping potential exploitation of such illegals, as unscrupulous employers could easily take them advantage of them.
The scheme has yet to be sent for planning approval, the DUP politician and Stormont Finance Minister said, but promised to that once the Home Office takes the development forward, he would keep "constituents informed what is happening" with local builders able to bid for the work.
(BMcC/GK)
Builders are to get a minor boost soon with news that a specialised centre is to be built in Larne for the short-term detention of suspected illegal immigrants or aliens.
The Home Office-run UK Border Agency is considering submitting a planning application proposing construction of the facility in the grounds of the PSNI station.
It has been reported that a proposal to commission the 22-bed holding centre close to the port of Larne is currently awaiting final decision, but a formal planning application is expected in the near future.
The East Antrim MP, Sammy Wilson told the local paper, the Larne Times that such centres are a necessity in the current global economic climate and were important in stopping potential exploitation of such illegals, as unscrupulous employers could easily take them advantage of them.
The scheme has yet to be sent for planning approval, the DUP politician and Stormont Finance Minister said, but promised to that once the Home Office takes the development forward, he would keep "constituents informed what is happening" with local builders able to bid for the work.
(BMcC/GK)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
10 April 2024
Experience The Excitement: Your Own Vegas and Sports Arena at Home
Imagine the lights of Las Vegas and the buzz of a live sports event, all from your living room. This dream is now a reality thanks to cutting-edge online platforms like soft2bet.
Experience The Excitement: Your Own Vegas and Sports Arena at Home
Imagine the lights of Las Vegas and the buzz of a live sports event, all from your living room. This dream is now a reality thanks to cutting-edge online platforms like soft2bet.
01 March 2024
New 'Make it Local' Campaign Launched In Newry, Mourne and Down
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and the Department for Communities has launched a new 'Make It Local' public relations and advertising campaign, to urge residents to buy from and celebrate their local and independent businesses.
New 'Make it Local' Campaign Launched In Newry, Mourne and Down
Newry, Mourne and Down District Council and the Department for Communities has launched a new 'Make It Local' public relations and advertising campaign, to urge residents to buy from and celebrate their local and independent businesses.
09 May 2024
PSNI Donate Seized Cash To Local Charity AWARE NI
The PSNI's Organised Crime Branch have donated over £3,400 to local charity AWARE NI, following a successful conviction. A total of £3,403.85 was seized by police following a large scale supply of drugs investigation. As part of these investigations and subsequent court cases, a disposal of cash order was obtained from the court.
PSNI Donate Seized Cash To Local Charity AWARE NI
The PSNI's Organised Crime Branch have donated over £3,400 to local charity AWARE NI, following a successful conviction. A total of £3,403.85 was seized by police following a large scale supply of drugs investigation. As part of these investigations and subsequent court cases, a disposal of cash order was obtained from the court.
07 May 2024
Musgrave NI Invests £14m In New Local Produce Line
Musgrave Northern Ireland has announced a £14 million investment in local produce with the launch of a new own-label range, which has been developed especially for SuperValu, Centra and Mace.
Musgrave NI Invests £14m In New Local Produce Line
Musgrave Northern Ireland has announced a £14 million investment in local produce with the launch of a new own-label range, which has been developed especially for SuperValu, Centra and Mace.
21 March 2024
Craigavon Woman Jailed For Stealing £205,000 From Employers
A Craigavon woman has received a 23 month sentence for the theft of approximately £205,000 over an eight year period from two separate employers.
Craigavon Woman Jailed For Stealing £205,000 From Employers
A Craigavon woman has received a 23 month sentence for the theft of approximately £205,000 over an eight year period from two separate employers.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherThis Evening and Tonight:Heavy and thundery showers in the west will die out during the evening. Otherwise, mainly dry with clear spells overnight but the odd shower developing later. Minimum temperature 11 °C.
