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GREECE: UNHCR halts transportation of people to Moria hotspot, now being transformed into a "closed facility"

21 March 2016

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From the UNHCR in Greece: "Dear colleagues, please be informed that as of 20 March, UNHCR has discontinued its transport of refugees and migrants from the shores and ports to the Moria detention facility. The government's decision to transform the Moria hotspot that allowed for freedom of movement into a closed facility has led UNHCR to take this principled decision. The authorities are aware of UNHCR's decision and are responsible for the transport of people arriving on their territory. UNHCR will, however, together with partners and volunteers (& the ambulance service) transport individuals in need of urgent medical attention to the hospital. We will also continue to work alongside NGOs and volunteers on providing life-saving assistance on the shores and in the ports. Thank you for your continued support and cooperation in this difficult and rapidly-changing situation."

More: Refugee crisis: latest news from across Europe (21.3.16): Greece struggles to meet EU-Turkey plan requirements; analysis of EU plans to "halt citizen-led response to the migration crisis"; further news and updates.

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