Tory MP Lee Anderson is poised to back rebel amendments to Rishi Sunak's Rwanda Bill, joining up to 60 fellow right-wing Conservative MPs.
Cabinet minister Kemi Badenoch has privately warned that the Bill does not go far enough, urging the PM to block individual appeals by migrants. [ more ]
Tory grandee warns Rwanda bill risks elected dictatorship'
Tory grandee Ken Clarke criticizes Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill and warns about the dangers of overturning a Supreme Court ruling.
The Safety of Rwanda bill passed its first hurdle in the House of Lords but is expected to face more opposition as peers attempt to amend it next month. [ more ]
Rishi Sunak's Rwanda deportation bill passes third reading in Commons
Conservative rebellion against Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill melts away, allowing the legislation to pass its final Commons hurdle.
Sunak will face further challenges from peers in the House of Lords and legal challenges from individuals threatened with deportation to Rwanda. [ more ]
A big gamble': Rishi Sunak's Rwanda plan faces crunch week in Commons
Conservative whips warned party moderates that if the Rwanda bill failed, it could be the end of Rishi Sunak's premiership.
The prime minister faces rebellions from both right-wing and centrist members of his party over the bill's provisions on deportation and legal appeals. [ more ]
Rishi Sunak could lose Rwanda bill vote by accident' as Tory revolt builds
Conservative MPs warn that Rishi Sunak could lose a crucial Commons vote on his Rwanda bill by accident.
Tory factions are considering whether to back the beleaguered legislation in a crunch vote on Tuesday, potentially leading to a humiliating defeat for the PM. [ more ]
Tory MP compared to Enoch Powell after disgraceful' rant in Rwanda debate
Tory MP Nick Fletcher has faced criticism for claiming immigration has turned parts of the UK into a ghetto and that NHS waiting lists are long in some areas due to a lack of English speakers.
Fletcher's remarks drew comparisons to Enoch Powell's Rivers of Blood speech and were described as repugnant and appalling by other MPs.
The debate occurred during a discussion on the government's Rwanda bill, which passed despite a rebellion. [ more ]
Rishi Sunak's small boats plan suffers blow as Home Office deems Turkey unsafe
Rishi Sunak's plan to halt boats carrying migrants across the English Channel is at risk due to the Home Office declaring Turkey an unsafe country.
The proposed returns deal with Turkey is in jeopardy due to concerns over their anti-terrorism laws, unfair trials, and allegations of torture in the judicial system.
Officials are considering alternative ways to address the small boats crisis, including potentially leaving the European Court of Human Rights and implementing provisions within the Rwanda bill. [ more ]
Rightwing Tories' Rwanda amendments seek to end migrants' legal challenges
Tensions have reignited over Rishi Sunak's asylum policy as ministers announce the Rwanda bill will return to the Commons next week.
Right-wing Tories are pressuring the prime minister to accept amendments that would limit challenges by migrants and prevent the European court of human rights from blocking deportation flights to central Africa. [ more ]
One Nation Tories to amend Rwanda bill to comply with international law
Centrist Tories in the One Nation group are considering tabling amendments to protect the controversial Rwanda bill against breaches of international law.
Former justice secretary Robert Buckland, a member of the One Nation group, is considering tabling an amendment to make the bill compatible with the European convention on human rights. [ more ]
Why the outcome of the Rwanda bill matters for Sunak and the Conservatives
A revolt by Conservative MPs could potentially defeat the government's Rwanda bill, something that has not happened since 1986.
Defeat at the second reading would prevent the bill from being reintroduced in the same parliamentary session, endangering the government's ability to address court challenges to its Rwanda policy. [ more ]
Rishi Sunak has got through one Rwanda vote but this is just the start
The first stage of Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda bill passed easily through the House of Commons despite grim warnings and a dark mood among the prime minister's allies.
Sunak spent the day trying to convince would-be rebels to vote for the legislation, facing resistance from some Tory MPs who questioned the government's ability to amend the legislation later on. [ more ]
Right-wing Tory rebels launch plan to toughen' Rwanda bill
Around 30 right-wing Tory rebels plan to back amendments to toughen up Rishi Sunak's Rwanda bill.
Former immigration minister Robert Jenrick is leading the effort to table amendments aimed at tackling European Court of Human Rights injunctions and tightening grounds for individuals to bring claims. [ more ]