Home Secretary Suella Braverman has issued a statement on the High Court’s ruling just now, confirming the government plans to appeal the judgement.
In a statement, she says: “The British people want to stop the boats, and so does this government.
Quote Message: That’s what I am determined to deliver and I won’t take a backward step from that. We need innovative solutions to smash the business model of the people smuggling gangs, which is why we formed this partnership with Rwanda.” from Suella Braverman Home Secretary
That’s what I am determined to deliver and I won’t take a backward step from that. We need innovative solutions to smash the business model of the people smuggling gangs, which is why we formed this partnership with Rwanda.”Suella BravermanHome Secretary
Braverman says the Court of Appeal has been “clear that the policy of relocating asylum seekers to a safe third country for the processing of their claims is in line with the Refugee Convention”.
“While we are disappointed with their ruling in relation to Rwanda’s asylum system, I will be seeking permission to appeal this.
“I remain fully committed to this policy as does the Rwandan government.”