Refugee Rights International Law
2021-09-16
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Q1
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The question arises from concerns about the compatibility of government proposals on asylum with international legal standards, specifically the UN's convention on the status of refugees and adherence to the rule of law.
What recent assessment has been made of the Government's proposals on asylum in relation to (a) the UN's convention on the status of refugees and (b) the rule of law?
Any request for my advice is subject to the Law Officers' convention, but I must make it clear that the UK prides itself on its leadership within the international system and discharges its international obligations in good faith. The Home Office's new plan for immigration is based on fairness, and the Government stand by our moral and legal obligations to help innocent civilians fleeing cruelty from all over the world.
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The answer does not provide a recent assessment or evaluation of compatibility with international standards as requested.
Pride In Leadership
Discharge Of International Obligations
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Q2
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The question follows concerns raised by the former Justice Secretary regarding the Home Secretary's plan to push back migrant children and their parents arriving by boats in the Channel, stating that such actions would not break international law.
Given the number of leading UK legal experts who oppose the Home Secretary's plans, can the Attorney General reassure the House that she has not advised the Home Secretary that pushback plans would be either legal or moral?
The Government are committed to addressing the unacceptable rise in dangerous and unnecessary small boat crossings, and are continuing to explore all options available to bring the numbers down. Our primary focus is on preventing people from entering the channel, tackling the criminal gangs responsible and protecting lives.
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The answer does not provide reassurance about legal or moral advice given for pushback plans.
Focus On Options To Bring Numbers Down
Preventing Entry Into Channel
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