TEN changes made to the government’s flagship Rwanda deportation plan by Peers were rejected by MPs last night.
The amendments attempting to “wreck” the legislation were overturned as Rishi Sunak maintained hopes of sending migrants there this Spring.
PAThe Commons showdown this evening[/caption]
The legislation will now return to the second chamber tomorrow where Peers will decide whether to make any more changes.
Peers’ attempts to ensure the bill complies with domestic and international law and a requirement for safeguards to be put in place to declare Rwanda safe were among those turned down.
Home Office minister Michael Tomlinson said Rwanda has a “long and proud history” of integrating asylum seekers and refugees.
He said the government had “published evidence” in support of Rwanda being a safe country.
He told the Commons: “They are wrecking amendments.”
Labour MP Clive Lewis apologised to fellow MPs and Commons staff for an “outburst” following a message that caused him consternation.
It came after reports of an MP swearing at a doorkeeper during voting.
More to follow.
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