What is Citizenship Deprivation?
Citizenship deprivation is when an individual with British citizenship – whether that is acquired through birth, naturalisation, being a citizen of a
What laws allow for the deprivation of citizenship?
Citizenship deprivation powers can be traced back to section 40 of the British Nationality Act 1981. This have been supplemented by a
What is CAGE’s position on Citizenship Deprivation powers?
CAGE believe that Citizenship Deprivation powers are draconian and racist, as they overwhelmingly targets people who have ancestors or parents that are from
What is the relevance of the Nationality and Borders Bill?
The Nationality and Borders Bill was introduced to Parliament in summer 2021. And amendment to the bill proposes to introduce Section 9,
Remember
Remain calm and courteous A police visit does not mean you are suspected of having committed a crime
Take action
Contact CAGE to log your experience and to receive advice on how to stop the police doing this again.
Question the officers
You should ask the officers what their visit is regarding and tell them that if they would like to speak with you,
Make a Record
You should record the names, badge numbers and the police stations of the officers.
Don’t let them in
You are not obliged to talk to the police, answer their questions, or let them into your home.
1) Travel light
Only take devices that you need
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