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Irish Independent
2 weeks ago
UK news

UK-Ireland migration row deepens as Tories signal offer to allow Ireland join Rwanda scheme

Government officials dismissed Downing Street briefing as 'spin'. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Rwanda Bill: What happens next if Sunak forces controversial plan through Lords?

Rishi Sunak pushing for Rwanda plan in House of Lords, ensuring bill passing despite amendments. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Rwanda scheme is like pulling pin out of grenade but not throwing it', says Jenrick

Robert Jenrick urges MPs to find a solution to the potential challenge from European judges on the Rwanda plan.
Jenrick compares the situation to pulling the pin out of a grenade but not being prepared to throw it. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Tory minister insists party is united' despite huge rebellion against Rwanda plan

Illegal migration minister Michael Tomlinson insisted on unity of purpose among MPs on the Prime Minister's Rwanda plan.
Conservative MPs are determined to ensure the Rwanda policy works and to stop the boats. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Four people die on migrant boat crossing from France in freezing cold

Four people have died after a boat carrying migrants capsized near Calais.
French authorities rescued 72 people and one person was taken to the hospital.
The incident highlights the ongoing issue of small boat crossings and the need for action. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Watch live: Labour grills government on cost of Rwanda plan

Labour MPs question government on Rwanda plan costs
Safety of Rwanda Bill's committee stage on 16 and 17 January [ more ]
www.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

5 migrants die in English Channel crossing attempt DW 04/23/2024

UK approved a migrant deportation bill to send people arriving on small boats to Rwanda after at least five died crossing the English Channel. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Europe news

Three Myths Around the U.K.'s Rwanda Push for Asylum Seekers

The debate about Britain's asylum system is often riddled with misunderstanding and misinformation.
The controversial plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda for processing and resettlement has faced legal challenges and has not been implemented yet.
Asylum seekers make up only 6% of overall migration to Britain, with the majority of immigrants coming from India, Nigeria, and China. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
Europe news

The UK government wants to send migrants to Rwanda. Here's why judges say it's unlawful

Britain's Supreme Court ruled that the government's plan to send migrants to Rwanda is unlawful.
The government plans to make changes and continue with the controversial plan.
The Supreme Court stated that Rwanda is not a safe third country for migrants. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Labour considering Rwanda alternative for migrant plan

Labour is considering a scheme that would see asylum seekers' claims processed elsewhere, according to reports.
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