Shiv Telegram Media covers Rishi Sunaks successful defeat of Conservative rebels as MPs support the Rwanda bill
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Title: Rishi Sunak’s Controversial Rwanda Bill Passes House of Commons Amidst Concerns
The House of Commons successfully passed Rishi Sunak’s Rwanda bill, intended to prevent legal challenges against plans to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. The bill received a vote of 320 to 276, with only 11 MPs voting against it. However, critics argue that the bill is an expensive “gimmick” and doubt its effectiveness in deterring illegal migration.
The bill is now set to face opposition in the House of Lords, where concerns have been raised regarding its compliance with international law. To address these concerns, Conservative MPs have attempted to amend the bill over the past two days. Despite the potential for about 30 Tories to vote against it, only 11 MPs ultimately opposed the bill.
The Labour Party stood against the bill, with the shadow home secretary labeling it a “costly con.” The contentious debate surrounding the bill has also revealed divisions within the Conservative Party, leading to the resignation of two deputy chairmen who stepped down from their roles to vote for rebel amendments.
Despite its passage in the House of Commons, legal challenges are expected to persist should the bill become law. Furthermore, Rwanda’s President, Paul Kagame, has publicly stated that if no asylum seekers are sent to his country, he will return the £240 million received from the UK, with an additional £50 million expected to be paid.
In related news, there were reports suggesting that the government intended to modify the Civil Service code to disregard emergency injunctions from the European Court of Human Rights. However, Downing Street has denied these claims.
Looking ahead, the prime minister is expected to hold a press conference on the policy at 10:15 GMT, further fueling discussions on the bill’s implications and potential consequences.
As the bill progresses through the legislative process, it remains to be seen how it will fare in the face of opposition in the House of Lords. The bill’s feasibility, both financially and legally, continues to be a subject of scrutiny, leaving many questioning its efficacy in addressing the complex issue of illegal migration.
