The UK government's plan to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda faced resistance in Parliament, delaying its passage. The plan aims to deter dangerous journeys across the English Channel and break the business model of people-smuggling gangs.
Key Points
Resistance in the House of Lords has delayed the passage of the Safety of Rwanda Bill
The plan has faced legal challenges and criticism for being incompatible with human rights obligations
Pros
Aims to deter dangerous journeys across the English Channel
Intends to break the business model of people-smuggling gangs
Cons
Opposed by human rights groups, refugee charities, and legal experts
Critics argue it is unworkable and unethical to send migrants to Rwanda