Patel's Rwanda asylum plan faces first legal challenges
The Guardian|April 28, 2022
Priti Patel's plan to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda is facing its first legal challenges.
Rajeev Syal
Patel's Rwanda asylum plan faces first legal challenges

In one action, a charity has instructed lawyers to demand the disclosure of documents over fears the policy is contrary to international law.

In a letter to the Home Office, which is expected to lead to a judicial review claim, the solicitors Leigh Day said the charity Freedom from Torture "has serious concerns about the lawfulness of the policy".

It has requested documents outlining the policy, risk assessments and the memorandum of understanding signed by the UK and Rwandan governments.

Under the deal, signed off by the home secretary and praised by Boris Johnson as a way of saving hundreds of people from trafficking, those arriving by small boat across the Channel would be flown with a oneway ticket to Rwanda.

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