All 2 Debates between Angela Eagle and Laura Kyrke-Smith

Wed 6th Nov 2024

Small Boat Crossings

Debate between Angela Eagle and Laura Kyrke-Smith
Wednesday 6th November 2024

(2 weeks, 3 days ago)

Commons Chamber
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Angela Eagle Portrait Dame Angela Eagle
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Given that the Conservative party processed virtually nobody who came over in a small boat, they are still in the asylum backlog that we are attempting to deal with.

Laura Kyrke-Smith Portrait Laura Kyrke-Smith (Aylesbury) (Lab)
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I am pleased to see this Government taking swift action to tackle the small boats crisis, including scrapping the Rwanda scheme, which was not only ludicrously expensive but inhumane and ineffective. Will the Minister confirm that it is possible to manage our borders in a way that is both effective and humane, and that we will do that?

Angela Eagle Portrait Dame Angela Eagle
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That is certainly the balance that this Government are aiming to achieve.

Oral Answers to Questions

Debate between Angela Eagle and Laura Kyrke-Smith
Monday 29th July 2024

(3 months, 3 weeks ago)

Commons Chamber
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Angela Eagle Portrait The Minister of State, Home Department (Dame Angela Eagle)
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After 14 years of Conservative chaos, we inherited an asylum system that not only does not work but costs billions of pounds. We are determined to restore order to the asylum system so that it operates swiftly, firmly and fairly. Additional caseworkers will be used to clear the backlog of claims and appeals while properly enforcing the rules and ensuring that those with no right to be here are swiftly removed.

Laura Kyrke-Smith Portrait Laura Kyrke-Smith
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I appreciate the efforts that my hon. Friend has outlined. As the backlog is cleared, what steps will the Home Secretary take to ensure that newly recognised refugees do not face homelessness and destitution in the weeks after being granted status? Specifically, will she consider extending the move-on period to 56 days, in line with the Homelessness Reduction Act 2017?

Angela Eagle Portrait Dame Angela Eagle
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The Government are aware of the need for a smooth transition between asylum accommodation and other accommodation for those asylum seekers who are granted leave to remain. We understand this issue, and we are considering it.