Rishi Sunak to demand House of Lords back off in surprise press conference

Rwanda Bill's Importance

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will hold a surprise press conference this morning to demand the House of Lords back off and let his flagship Rwanda Bill pass. The PM will address the country from Downing Street ahead of a final parliamentary showdown over the Government's deportation plan for asylum seekers.

Stubborn Peers Delay Legislation

Stubborn peers have blocked the legislation by repeatedly amending the Bill, costing the Government three weeks of delay. The Prime Minister is determined to push the bill through.

Parliamentary Ping Pong

MPs are expected to vote to overturn changes made by peers before sending the Rwanda Bill back to the House of Lords. The process of "parliamentary ping pong" will continue until a final agreement is reached.