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Asylum Seekers (Removal to Safe Countries)
14 December 2022
Lead MP
Jonathan Gullis
Debate Type
General Debate
Tags
ImmigrationAsylum & Refugees
Other Contributors: 3
At a Glance
Jonathan Gullis raised concerns about asylum seekers (removal to safe countries) in the House of Commons. Other MPs contributed to the debate.
How the Debate Unfolded
MPs spoke in turn to share their views and ask questions. Here's what each person said:
Lead Contributor
Opened the debate
Moved a Bill to provide that certain provisions of the Nationality and Borders Act 2022 relating to removals of asylum seekers should have effect notwithstanding any inconsistency or incompatibility with international law. Welcomed the Prime Minister’s announcement to fast-track removals of Albanians, speed up processing of claims, and end use of hotels for migrants. Argued that the Act was undermined by appeals to the European Court of Human Rights which prevented deportations to Rwanda.
Alison Thewliss
SNP
Glasgow Central
Criticised the Bill as offensive, dangerous and lacking in compassion. Highlighted Glasgow’s high immigration rate and its benefits. Criticised Tory disregard for international law and human rights conventions. Questioned effectiveness of 'tough' measures such as Australia's model and UK's Nationality and Borders Act 2022. Emphasised the vulnerability of asylum seekers, especially men who were recruited forcibly or victims of war.
Eleanor Laing
Con
unknown constituency
The House is suspended in anticipation of the arrival of His Majesty the King and will resume sitting at 4 pm or as soon as possible thereafter.
Rosie Winterton
Lab
unknown constituency
Announced the result of today’s deferred Division on the draft Architects Act 1997 (Amendment) Regulations 2022. The Ayes were 303 and the Noes were 42, so the Ayes have it.
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