The British Prime Minister, Keir Starmer had on Saturday confirmed that his newly formed administration would not pursue his predecessor’s policy to extradite asylum seekers who arrive in small boats to Rwanda, terminating the scheme before any such flights began.
What They’re Saying
“The Rwanda scheme was dead and buried before it started. It’s never been a deterrent (to small boat crossings).” Starmer had stated mat a press conference.
“I’m not prepared to continue with gimmicks that don’t act as a deterrent.”
Why It Matters
The decision to end the Rwanda asylum deportation scheme by UK Prime Minister Starmer will likely have several implications. Some of which being that asylum seekers from Rwanda will no longer face the risk of deportation, providing relief to vulnerable individuals who sought refuge in the UK.
Another implication of this decision is that it could also impact bilateral relations between the UK and Rwanda. The termination of the scheme may face legal challenges or scrutiny.
