Supreme Court to Discuss Rishi Sunak's "Stop the Boats" Policy
The Supreme Court in Britain is set to meet tomorrow to debate the legality of Rishi Sunak's controversial "Stop the Boats" policy, which aims to deport migrants to Rwanda. However, even if the judges give it the green light, Downing Street is prepared for potential interference from the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR).
European Court Could Issue Another Late-Night "Pyjama Injunction"
The European Court of Human Rights, based in Strasbourg, has previously issued last-minute injunctions, referred to as "pyjama injunctions," to halt deportation flights. Downing Street is concerned that the court might try to apply this tactic again to block the planned deportation to Rwanda.
"Nuclear War" Threat if Strasbourg Judges Interfere
A senior minister warns that any attempts by the European Court of Human Rights to interfere with the Supreme Court's decision would result in a "nuclear war." The minister emphasizes the confidence in British judges and insists that if they rule the policy as lawful, European judges must not meddle.
Supreme Court to Reveal Ruling Soon
The Supreme Court is expected to announce its ruling on the legality of the "Stop the Boats" policy in November. The judges will take into consideration whether the European Convention of Human Rights, which Britain is a member of, prohibits the deportation of migrants to Rwanda.
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Tory MPs Push for ECHR Exit if Rwanda is Blocked Again
If the judges in the Supreme Court decide against the deportation flights, many Tory MPs are calling for Britain to withdraw from the European Convention of Human Rights. Former Cabinet minister Simon Clarke believes next week's hearing will test the agreement's ability to allow Britain to control its borders. He suggests replacing the ECHR with a British Bill of Rights if the outcome is not in their favor.
Another Tory MP, Karl McCartney, insists that if the Supreme Court ruling goes against them, they must take back control and leave the ECHR, even if it requires a referendum. Fellow Tory Tom Hunt asserts the necessity of a deterrent to address the small boats crisis and suggests that if this deterrent is incompatible with ECHR membership, they should leave the convention.