Guidance

Interpretation services and use of translation devices

Detention services order 02/2022 on the use of interpretation services and electronic translation devices.

• From: Home Office and Immigration Enforcement
• Published: 21 July 2022
• Last updated: 24 June 2026 — See all updates

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Detention Services Order 02/2022: interpretation services and use of translation devices (accessible version)

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The purpose of this order is to set out the provisions, including interpretation services and translation devices, available for individuals held in immigration detention and the circumstances in which these should be used.

This order provides guidance for all Home Office staff and suppliers operating in immigration removal centres (IRCs), residential short-term holding facilities (RSTHF), pre departure accommodation (PDA) and short-term holding facilities (STHF) managed by supplier staff. This excludes immigration detained individuals accommodated in prison.

Published 21 July 2022

Last updated 24 June 2026 — Show all updates

1. 24 June 2026

   Amended guidance in line with joint NHSE and Home office response to the commissioners regarding the use of professional interpreters for all Healthcare appointments as well as amended to reflect latest Detention Services Audit and Assurance Team (DSAAT) audit.

2. 21 July 2022

   First published.