Rishi Sunak Vows to Introduce Emergency Legislation to Ban Foreign Courts from Blocking Deportation of Illegal Migrants to Rwanda

Supreme Court Defeat Sparks Emergency Legislation

Rishi Sunak has pledged to introduce "extraordinary" emergency legislation that would ban foreign courts from blocking the deportation of illegal migrants to Rwanda. This comes after the Supreme Court ruled that Rwanda is not a safe third nation to deport migrants to.

PM Stands Firm on £140 Million Removal Scheme

Despite the Supreme Court's ruling, Rishi Sunak has expressed his support for the £140 million removal scheme and has stated that he is working to strengthen the deal. The PM addressed the nation from Downing St, saying, "I do not agree with this decision - but I respect it and I accept it. The rule of law is fundamental to our democracy." He also mentioned that a new international Treaty with Rwanda is being worked on to guarantee the protection of relocated individuals.

No Foreign Court Will Block Flights

PM Rishi Sunak has made it clear that he will not allow a foreign court to block deportation flights. He stated, "If the Strasbourg Court chooses to intervene against the express wishes of Parliament, I am prepared to do what is necessary to get flights off."

New Treaty to Give Refugees Legal Right to Settle in Rwanda

Under the new treaty that Britain wants to strike with Rwanda, even refugees who fail asylum processing will be given a legal right to settle there. This is a significant change from the existing deal, which allowed for potential return to their potentially unsafe home country.

Supreme Court Defeat Sets Back PM's Plan to Stop the Boats

The Supreme Court defeat is a major setback for the PM's plan to stop illegal migration ahead of the expected general election next year. Sir Keir Starmer criticized the PM in the Commons, stating, "The central pillar of his government has crumpled beneath him."

Rwandan Government Disagrees with Ruling

The Rwandan government has expressed its disagreement with the ruling that Rwanda is not a safe third country for asylum seekers and refugees. They have been working with the UK to ensure the integration of relocated asylum seekers into Rwandan society.

Emergency Legislation to Ensure Deportation and Stop Illegal Migration

Rishi Sunak's vow to introduce emergency legislation to ban foreign courts from blocking deportation flights to Rwanda is a significant step in the government's efforts to stop illegal migration. The new treaty being negotiated between the UK and Rwanda aims to provide legal protection for relocated individuals and give refugees a right to settle in Rwanda. While the Supreme Court defeat is a setback for the PM's plan, he remains determined to address the issue and uphold the rule of law.