British Authorities Detaining Migrants for Deportation to Rwanda

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
British authorities have started detaining migrants in preparation to send them to Rwanda as part of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's immigration policy to deter dangerous Channel crossings. Human rights groups are opposing the policy and legal challenges are expected.

Key Points

  • 7,500 migrants arrived in England on small boats from France this year
  • First flights to Rwanda expected to take off in July
  • Legal challenges expected from human rights groups

Pros

  • Deterrence of dangerous Channel crossings
  • Implementation of Prime Minister's immigration policy

Cons

  • Opposition from human rights charities and unions
  • Fear and uncertainty among asylum seekers