Overview

• The UK government overcame 10 amendments from the House of Lords, maintaining its plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda.
• Prime Minister Rishi Sunak remains committed to initiating flights this spring, emphasizing the need for a deterrent against illegal migration.
• Critics argue the bill may not comply with human rights laws, and the cost of deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda could reach nearly £2 million each.
• The legislation faces further scrutiny in a process known as 'ping-pong' between the Houses before the Easter recess.
• Opponents criticize the bill as a costly and ineffective measure, while supporters argue it's essential for addressing the Channel's small boats crisis.