No Credible Plan for Sending Illegal Immigrants to Rwanda, Says Committee

Published on May 29, 2024

The Home Office “does not have a credible plan” for sending illegal immigrants to Rwanda, a committee has said. The House of Commons Public Accounts Committee (PAC) said in its report published on Wednesday that despite the Home Office having committed millions to its asylum plan, such as the Rwanda scheme and accommodation facilities, it had “little to show for the money spent so far.” The PAC, a cross-party committee which examines the value for money of government projects, said that it was concerned by the Home Office’s “inability to explain the practical details” of its operational plans, such as where those who are subject to deportation currently are, the arrangements for escorting them to Rwanda, or estimates of flights and escort costs....