Rebel Tory MPs have been cautioned against attempting to topple Rishi Sunak over his controversial plan to deport migrants to Rwanda. The warning comes amidst fears that a revolt could lead to the removal of a third Prime Minister in just over a year. Party chairman Richard Holden spoke out against the move, stating that it would be "insanity" to force a leadership contest. While there is speculation that some Tory MPs have submitted letters of no confidence in Sunak, it is believed that they are far from the 53 letters needed to trigger such a contest.

Fears of Leadership Contest

There have been growing concerns within Westminster that rebel Tory MPs may attempt to force a leadership contest before the next election. In response to these concerns, Richard Holden warned that it would be "insanity" to do so. He challenged his colleagues to decide whether they are interested in being in government or if they would prefer to sit in opposition.

Support for Rwanda Plan

Prime Minister Boris Johnson has urged MPs to support his plan to deport migrants to Rwanda. He expressed his determination to see the plan through, although he did not explicitly state that a vote on the Safety of Rwanda Bill would be considered a confidence issue. The first vote on the principle of the Bill is expected to pass next week, with the final vote, where rebels are seeking more concessions, scheduled for next year.

Rishi Sunak Fights for Authority

Rishi Sunak is currently fighting to reassert his authority following the resignation of his immigration minister, Robert Jenrick. Jenrick claimed that the proposed law for migrant flights to East Africa was too weak. However, Sunak defended the new Bill, stating that it "blocks every single reason that has ever been used to stop removals to Kigali." He also warned European judges against interfering with the flights, stating that he will "do whatever it takes" to ensure their success.

Downing Street is eagerly awaiting the opinions of two backbench factions, the Brexiteer MPs and the One Nation centrists, who have hired lawyers to examine the Bill. Michael Tomlinson has been appointed as the minister for illegal migration, while Tom Pursglove will be in charge of legal migration.