Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is bracing for a challenging week ahead as the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill prepares to face rigorous scrutiny in the House of Commons. Approximately 30 Members of Parliament (MPs) are poised to support amendments aimed at bolstering the legislation, setting the stage for a potential clash within the Conservative Party.
The Commons Leader, Penny Mordaunt, recently announced that the committee stage for the contentious bill is scheduled for January 16 and 17. The legislation, crafted to address concerns raised by the Supreme Court regarding the deportation plan to Rwanda, has become a focal point of tension within the Conservative Party.
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