PM Urges Right Wing MPs to Back Plan
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak held crucial discussions with Tory rebels this morning in anticipation of a make-or-break vote on his Rwanda deal. Sunak urged right wing MPs to support his plan in the Commons tonight, warning of potential government meltdown if they do not.
Emergency Rwanda Bill Faces Second Reading
The emergency Rwanda Bill is set for its second reading in the Commons tonight. Sunak is desperate to convince Tory hardliners that this plan will successfully get flights off the ground.
Breakfast Meeting in No10
Over breakfast in No10, Sunak assured hardliners that his emergency Rwanda Bill will indeed lead to flights taking off. Former Defence Secretary Ben Wallace, in his first major intervention since resigning, also urged colleagues to support the Bill rather than risking damage to the government.
Rwanda Bill on a Knife-Edge
The future of the Rwanda Bill hangs in the balance after right-wing Tories expressed their opposition to it yesterday. A group of lawyers representing hardline MPs referred to the legislation as a "partial and incomplete solution" to prevent future removals from being blocked in the courts.
Illegal Migration Minister "In Listening Mode"
New Illegal Migration Minister Michael Tomlinson stated that he is "very much in listening mode" and refused to label critics as troublemakers. He emphasized the importance of showing that the Bill will be effective in order to persuade colleagues to support it.
Legal Advice and Support
Downing Street responded to critics by publishing their legal advice, which asserts that breaking international law would go against the UK's constitutional tradition. Ben Wallace, in an article for The Telegraph, expressed confidence that progress is being made and cautioned against attempts to undermine the government.
"Five Families" Demand Tougher Bill
Five Conservative caucuses on the right of the party have called for the Prime Minister to strengthen the Rwanda Bill before the first Commons showdown tonight. However, Downing Street has warned that any amendments could result in Rwanda withdrawing from the removal scheme.
A Crucial Vote
Tonight's Commons vote on the Rwanda Bill is critical for Rishi Sunak. He must prevent at least 29 MPs from rebelling or 53 from abstaining in order to secure the success of his plan.
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