Recent news reports have highlighted allegations of assaults and mistreatment of individuals at the Manston Immigration Removal Centre in the UK. The UK Home Office faced criticism for spending a significant amount of money to paint over children's murals at the asylum reception centre, sparking public outrage and calls for an inquiry into the treatment of people at the facility.
Manston is a village and civil parish located in the Thanet district of Kent, England. Situated one mile north-west of Ramsgate, the village includes four hamlets and the former Manston Airport. The area has gained attention due to its association with the immigration removal centre and the controversies surrounding the treatment of individuals at the facility. The village's history and community have been overshadowed by the recent events and discussions regarding the treatment of asylum seekers and the government's actions at the Manston centre.