UK's Rwanda Asylum Plan Faces Legal Hurdles Amid Human Rights Concerns
April 17, 2024The UK government's plan to deport asylum-seekers to Rwanda has encountered legal challenges, including rulings from the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court deeming the policy unlawful.
Opposition to the plan extends to members of Parliament and involves concerns over the safety and potential persecution of refugees in Rwanda.
The House of Lords has amended the Safety of Rwanda Bill, necessitating its return to the House of Commons for additional scrutiny.
Despite legal obstacles, the UK government is pressing forward with the intent to initiate deportation flights to Rwanda by this spring.
The European Court of Human Rights may intervene, potentially causing further delays to the deportation plans.
There is ongoing debate and concern regarding the human rights implications of the deportation policy and the treatment of asylum-seekers sent to Rwanda.
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Yahoo News • Apr 17, 2024
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