Rwanda bill: Government suffers five defeats in House of Lords
Peers in the House of Lords have opposed the bill to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda, seeking to make it easier for judges to challenge the decision.
The government's plan to stop small boat crossings through this bill faces significant opposition due to concerns about potential risks and court independence. [ more ]
Watch live: Rwanda policy debate after MPs warn bill flouts human rights law
The Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill is being debated in the House of Lords, despite concerns about its compatibility with human rights obligations.
The bill is intended to prevent legal challenges to the deportation scheme by limiting asylum seekers' ability to appeal against being sent to Rwanda. [ more ]