Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick
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Rwanda: Asylum Arrangements Treaty
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Tuesday 21st November 2023
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Baroness Ritchie of Downpatrick (Lab)
My Lords, can the Minister indicate whether the provisions in the new Rwanda treaty will adhere to the ECHR, which underpins our Good Friday agreement in Northern Ireland?
Lord Sharpe of Epsom (Con)
My Lords, as I say, I cannot comment on the specifics at the moment. However, I reiterate the Prime Minister’s commitment to stopping the boats and removing barriers if necessary. The detail and implications of doing so will be considered carefully; of course, that will take the GFA into account.