Posted 1/17/2024, 4:04:28 AM
Sunak Faces Tory Rebellion and Uncertainty Over Controversial Rwanda Asylum Bill
- Rishi Sunak facing crucial vote on Rwanda asylum bill after 2 Tory deputy chairs resign
- 60 Tory MPs backed rebel amendments to toughen up legislation
- Rebels aim to prevent international law blocking Rwanda removals & limit appeals
- Sunak resisting demands from right-wing critics but may change guidelines on ECHR
- Even if bill passes, Sunak faces challenge getting it through the Lords & faces Tory divisions