The United Kingdom is facing growing political pressure after Pakistan refused to accept the deportation of convicted child rapist Shabir Ahmed despite Britain revoking his citizenship. Opposition parties, including Reform UK and the Conservative Party, have urged the Labour government to suspend foreign aid and impose visa restrictions on Pakistan until it accepts Ahmed's return. The controversy has intensified after reports revealed that the UK approved a new aid package for Pakistan while negotiations over Ahmed's deportation remain unresolved. British officials insist the aid is meant for humanitarian programs, while political leaders continue demanding tougher action.

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The UK government will unveil a highly anticipated yet controversial bill on Tuesday aimed at stopping illegal migrant crossings across the English Channel. It would ban those making the perilous journey using small boats from claiming asylum in the country and will deport them swiftly. If passed, the draft law will also prevent those deported from re-entering the UK and ever claiming British citizenship. The home secretary will have the duty to carry out these deportations, according to reports. The proposed legislation has been heavily criticised by rights groups who claim it is unworkable and unfairly targets refugees. Ministers from PM Rishi Sunak's government, however, claim it is necessary.&nbsp;

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Tackling the migrant issue was one of five key priorities outlined by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in January. His party, which as per Reuters is languishing in polls, is under severe pressure to handle the issue and the PM is even facing pressure from within his party to come up with an appropriate solution.

AFP reports that the new law comes days before a summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. The Friday summit reportedly has cooperation&nbsp;to "stop the boats" high on its agenda.

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"(It) will ensure that people arriving in the UK illegally are detained and promptly returned to their home country or a safe third country," said an interior ministry spokesperson, while stressing the need for the law and the "vital" role France plays to curb crossings.&nbsp;

Reportedly, the British government has claimed that its latest attempt at putting a stop to the illegal crossings will not breach Britain's obligations under the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR).

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Migrants will only be deported to "safe third countries" it said. However, these countries are yet to be specified.

The plan follows an equally contentious law which was unveiled last year. The Nationality and Borders Act, among other things, allowed the government to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda. No flights for it have yet taken place thanks to the repeated appeals against the worrisome law.&nbsp;

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The UK government will unveil a highly anticipated yet controversial bill on Tuesday aimed at stopping illegal migrant crossings across the English Channel. It would ban those making the perilous journey using small boats from claiming asylum in the country and will deport them swiftly.

The UK government will unveil a highly anticipated yet controversial bill on Tuesday aimed at stopping illegal migrant crossings across the English Channel. It would ban those making the perilous journey using small boats from claiming asylum in the country and will deport them swiftly. If passed, the draft law will also prevent those deported from re-entering the UK and ever claiming British citizenship. The home secretary will have the duty to carry out these deportations, according to reports. The proposed legislation has been heavily criticised by rights groups who claim it is unworkable and unfairly targets refugees. Ministers from PM Rishi Sunak's government, however, claim it is necessary. Watch | UK New law to stop small boat migrants Tackling the migrant issue was one of five key priorities outlined by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in January. His party, which as per Reuters is languishing in polls, is under severe pressure to handle the issue and the PM is even facing pressure from within his party to come up with an appropriate solution. AFP reports that the new law comes days before a summit with French President Emmanuel Macron. The Friday summit reportedly has cooperation to "stop the boats" high on its agenda. Also read | 'Enough is enough,' UK set to introduce new law to crack down on illegal migrants "(It) will ensure that people arriving in the UK illegally are detained and promptly returned to their home country or a safe third country," said an interior ministry spokesperson, while stressing the need for the law and the "vital" role France plays to curb crossings. Reportedly, the British government has claimed that its latest attempt at putting a stop to the illegal crossings will not breach Britain's obligations under the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR). Also read | London court says government plan to deport migrants to Rwanda lawful Migrants will only be deported to "safe third countries" it said. However, these countries are yet to be specified. The plan follows an equally contentious law which was unveiled last year. The Nationality and Borders Act, among other things, allowed the government to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda. No flights for it have yet taken place thanks to the repeated appeals against the worrisome law. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The United Kingdom is all set to unveil a new law to crack down on migrants arriving in Britain in small boats from Europe across the English Channel. As per reports, the law will be unveiled on Tuesday. Talking to the Sun on Sunday newspaper, interior minister Suella Braverman said "enough is enough."&nbsp;For months now, the British government has been promising to step up action to tackle the issue of illegal migrants. More so, after the number of people making the perilous crossing across the English Channel soared to more than 45,000 last year.

"Enough is enough. The British people want this solved," said the Home Secretary adding, "they are sick of tough talk and inadequate action. We must stop the boats."

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The past two years saw the number of migrants arriving on the English coast double. Tackling the migrant issue was one of five key priorities outlined by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in January. Sunak's party, as per Reuters, is languishing in polls, and the PM is even facing pressure from his own party's lawmakers to find an appropriate solution.

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As per the Sun on Sunday report, the proposed new legislation will mean that the asylum claims of all those arriving to the nation on small boats will be ruled inadmissible. They will then be removed to a 'safe third country' as soon as possible.

Last year, former Prime Minister Boris Johnson agreed on a deal to send tens of thousands of migrants more than 4,000 miles away (6,400 km) to Rwanda; a country that has been accused of "a poor human rights record" by the British High Commissioner to Rwanda. The sentiment is shared by multiple European nations, six of which even expressed their concern for the same via an open letter marking Human Rights Day in 2015.

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As per Reuters, the first flight under the deal was planned for June of last year, but it was blocked by a last-minute injunction from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). The strategy's legality was also challenged by a judicial review at the London High Court. The policy has been denounced by human rights groups and even reportedly by King Charles.

The High Court subsequently ruled it lawful in December, however, opponents are seeking to appeal that verdict. The legal battle is expected to end up in the UK Supreme Court and hence may get delayed for months.

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The United Kingdom is all set to unveil a new law to crack down on migrants arriving in Britain in small boats from Europe across the English Channel. As per reports, the law will be unveiled on Tuesday.

The United Kingdom is all set to unveil a new law to crack down on migrants arriving in Britain in small boats from Europe across the English Channel. As per reports, the law will be unveiled on Tuesday. Talking to the Sun on Sunday newspaper, interior minister Suella Braverman said "enough is enough." For months now, the British government has been promising to step up action to tackle the issue of illegal migrants. More so, after the number of people making the perilous crossing across the English Channel soared to more than 45,000 last year. "Enough is enough. The British people want this solved," said the Home Secretary adding, "they are sick of tough talk and inadequate action. We must stop the boats." Watch | UK sees record migrant crossings despite Rwanda plan The past two years saw the number of migrants arriving on the English coast double. Tackling the migrant issue was one of five key priorities outlined by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in January. Sunak's party, as per Reuters, is languishing in polls, and the PM is even facing pressure from his own party's lawmakers to find an appropriate solution. Also read | London court says government plan to deport migrants to Rwanda lawful As per the Sun on Sunday report, the proposed new legislation will mean that the asylum claims of all those arriving to the nation on small boats will be ruled inadmissible. They will then be removed to a 'safe third country' as soon as possible. Last year, former Prime Minister Boris Johnson agreed on a deal to send tens of thousands of migrants more than 4,000 miles away (6,400 km) to Rwanda; a country that has been accused of "a poor human rights record" by the British High Commissioner to Rwanda. The sentiment is shared by multiple European nations, six of which even expressed their concern for the same via an open letter marking Human Rights Day in 2015. Also read | UK faces criticism at United Nations for its migration policies As per Reuters, the first flight under the deal was planned for June of last year, but it was blocked by a last-minute injunction from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). The strategy's legality was also challenged by a judicial review at the London High Court. The policy has been denounced by human rights groups and even reportedly by King Charles. The High Court subsequently ruled it lawful in December, however, opponents are seeking to appeal that verdict. The legal battle is expected to end up in the UK Supreme Court and hence may get delayed for months. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

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The London High Court&nbsp;on Monday ruled that a controversial British government plan to deport migrants to&nbsp;Rwanda&nbsp;is lawful, after charities and asylum-seekers thwarted flights through legal challenges.&nbsp;

After the court's ruling, Rwanda&nbsp;Government Spokesperson Yolande Makolo told AFP, "We welcome this decision and stand ready to offer asylum seekers and migrants safety and the opportunity to build a new life in&nbsp;Rwanda."&nbsp;

Makolo described&nbsp;it as a "positive step" to solving the global migration crisis.&nbsp;

Under a deal struck in April under the then Boris Johnson government, the UK plans to send tens of thousands of illegal migrants to Rwanda.&nbsp;

As per Reuters the first flight under the deal was planned for June this year but it was blocked by a last-minute injunction from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). The strategy's legality was also challenged by a judicial review at London High Court.&nbsp;

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Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has staked his future on stopping the record number of migrants that arrive on Britain's shores in small boats. In one of his first major policy announcements, Sunak had set out a plan to clamp down on these illegal immigrants.&nbsp;

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The PM had expressed his desire to restart the flights in spite of opposition from other lawmakers, the United Nations and even the monarch King Charles.&nbsp;

However, the flights cannot be restarted straight away as further appeals could be filed challenging the verdict. Moreover, the ECHR injunction also bars any immediate&nbsp;deportations until a legal conclusion is reached in the country.&nbsp;

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As per polls, immigration has become a major issue in the UK, rising up to the position of the third most important issue for voters. This comes as the nation experiences a record 40,000 arrivals this year.&nbsp;

However, opponents of the policy have termed it inhumane as Rwanda the destination country has a shady human rights record, and asylum seekers, and their lawyers contest that the UK government's plans do not comply with human rights conventions.&nbsp;

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The London High Court on Monday ruled that a controversial British government plan to deport migrants to Rwanda is lawful, after charities and asylum-seekers thwarted flights through legal challenges.

The London High Court on Monday ruled that a controversial British government plan to deport migrants to Rwanda is lawful, after charities and asylum-seekers thwarted flights through legal challenges. After the court's ruling, Rwanda Government Spokesperson Yolande Makolo told AFP, "We welcome this decision and stand ready to offer asylum seekers and migrants safety and the opportunity to build a new life in Rwanda." Makolo described it as a "positive step" to solving the global migration crisis. Under a deal struck in April under the then Boris Johnson government, the UK plans to send tens of thousands of illegal migrants to Rwanda. As per Reuters the first flight under the deal was planned for June this year but it was blocked by a last-minute injunction from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR). The strategy's legality was also challenged by a judicial review at London High Court. Watch | UK sees record migrant crossings despite Rwanda plan Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has staked his future on stopping the record number of migrants that arrive on Britain's shores in small boats. In one of his first major policy announcements, Sunak had set out a plan to clamp down on these illegal immigrants. Also read | UK's Rwanda-style plans to deport Lankan refugees to 'third country': Report The PM had expressed his desire to restart the flights in spite of opposition from other lawmakers, the United Nations and even the monarch King Charles. However, the flights cannot be restarted straight away as further appeals could be filed challenging the verdict. Moreover, the ECHR injunction also bars any immediate deportations until a legal conclusion is reached in the country. Also read | UK faces criticism at United Nations for its migration policies As per polls, immigration has become a major issue in the UK, rising up to the position of the third most important issue for voters. This comes as the nation experiences a record 40,000 arrivals this year. However, opponents of the policy have termed it inhumane as Rwanda the destination country has a shady human rights record, and asylum seekers, and their lawyers contest that the UK government's plans do not comply with human rights conventions. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

London court says government plan to deport migrants to Rwanda lawful

The United Kingdom government is reportedly considering to limit foreign students and also their dependants in a bid to curb rising immigration. According to reports, foreign students maybe barred in the United Kingdom if they don't secure an admission to the country's top universities. Watch this report.

UK students may face ban if not admitted to top universities, says report

United Kingdom may limit foreign students and also their dependants in a bid to curb rising immigration. According to reports, foreign students maybe barred in the United Kingdom if they don't secure an admission to the country's top universities. Watch this report.

UK government mulls plan to curb immigration