MPs to Strip Out Amendments Made in the House of Lords
Ten changes made to Rishi Sunak's flagship Rwanda asylum plan are set to be overturned by MPs tonight. The amendments made in the House of Lords will be removed as part of the government's plan to send asylum seekers to Africa this spring.
'Ping Pong' Process Expected Tonight
The process, known as 'ping pong,' will see the legislation move from one chamber to the other, with MPs expected to strip the changes before sending the bill back to the Lords on Wednesday.
Priority to Get the Bill Through Quickly
Downing Street emphasized that they have the "right bill" and it remains their priority to get it through as quickly as possible. Officials are identifying a cohort of around 150 people for the first flights.
Sunak: Committed to Spring Timeline
Rishi Sunak reiterated his commitment to getting a flight off in the spring, emphasizing the need for a deterrent against illegal migration. He stated that the Rwanda scheme is crucial to solving the issue.
Flights Unlikely Before Mid-May
Flights are unlikely to take off before mid-May, as Kigali wants a two-month gap after accepting the first wave of migrants. The government aims to work with Rwanda for smooth processing of illegal migrants.
PM's Priority: "Stop the Boats"
Boris Johnson has made it a key priority to "stop the boats" as part of a crackdown on asylum seekers crossing the Channel in small boats.
