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Written question asked by Amy Callaghan (Scottish National Party) on Monday, 5 September 2022, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 5 September 2022 (named day). It was answered by Simon Baynes (Conservative) on Monday, 5 September 2022 on behalf of the Home Office.


Asylum: Rwanda

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for the Home Department, what recent discussions she has had with the Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs on the potential impact of her policy of removing asylum seekers to Rwanda on the UK's international (a) human rights obligations and (b) reputation.

Answer

This Government is committed to our migration Partnership with Rwanda, which will break the business model of criminal gangs, save lives and help to tackle the global migration crisis.

As with any policy, there have been discussions throughout its development. We are confident that the policy is fully compliant with our domestic and international legal and human rights obligations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
901278
Session
2022-23
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Asylum Human rights Rwanda
Link
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