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UK Approves Rwanda Deportation Bill; £240M Paid, Awaiting Royal Assent

Apr 22, 2024, 11:22 PM

The UK Parliament has recently passed a controversial bill that will allow the deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda. This legislation, which marks a significant political victory for the Conservative government, has been met with widespread opposition from human rights campaigners, immigration experts, and legal critics. The government has already paid £240 million to Rwanda as part of the deal, with expectations of further payments. The bill, which has been sent to King Charles for final approval, aims to commence the deportation scheme soon, with Prime Minister Rishi Sunak indicating that flights could start within weeks.