Treaty to be signed "within days"
James Cleverly, the Home Secretary, confidently stated that a new treaty with Rwanda will be signed "within days" despite the recent setback from the Supreme Court. Cleverly expressed his determination to get flights off the ground before the next election and assured that the new treaty will ensure the safety of asylum seekers.
On-air clash with BBC host
During an interview with BBC host Amol Rajan, Cleverly faced tough questions regarding Rishi Sunak's Plan B and the future of the Rwanda deportation scheme. The interview became heated, with Cleverly accusing Rajan of making statements rather than asking questions.
Denying claims of derogatory language
Mr. Cleverly also denied claims that he privately described the migration policy as "bats***". He stated that he did not recognize the phrase and emphasized that the Rwanda scheme is just one part of the government's response to illegal migration.
Tory backlash and warnings for Sunak
Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, faced a backlash from within his own party and warnings about his leadership following the Supreme Court's ruling on the Rwanda deportation scheme. Critics argued that the party is in an existential crisis if it fails to address the issue of migrant boats.
Despite the setback, Sunak expressed shared frustrations and a determination to address the problem.
The controversial deportation plan, announced by former Prime Minister Boris Johnson in April 2022, has faced multiple court challenges and incurred significant costs.
