Tory MP James Cleverly accuses Labour of cancelling the Rwanda deportation deal without informing Rwanda, sparking accusations of racism.

Tory MP James Cleverly accused Labour of having a "below-the-salt disdainful attitude to African countries" for cancelling the Rwanda deportation deal without directly informing the Rwandan government. Downing Street denied suggestions of racism, stating the decision was based on the scheme's ineffectiveness. Cleverly implied that the treatment would not have happened if the deal was with a European country.

July 23, 2024
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