Category - detainees

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19 Jan 2012

Closure of UK Detainee Inquiry an opportunity for real accountability, says Amnesty

The UK government's decision to conclude the work of the Detainee Inquiry provides an opportunity to address the failures of the current system.
8 Feb 2011

British man faces terror trial in Iraq

A British man is to stand trial in Iraq on terrorism charges, amid claims that he suffered prolonged torture while being held in secret detention.
15 Dec 2010

Australian detainee policy could violate international law

Australia's new policy of transferring prisoners detained in Afghanistan to Afghan and US forces could violate international law, Amnesty has warned.
7 Sep 2010

Zambia called to account on 'routine' police abuse of detainees

Human Rights Watch says the Zambian government must halt police abuse of detainees, investigate violations and strengthen grievance mechanisms.