Final two migrants bound for Rwanda to be released following Home Secretary's announcement

In a swift resolution at the High Court, three asylum seekers who had challenged their potential removals to Rwanda saw their cases come to an end following Labour's decision to scrap the Tory immigration plan. The individuals, represented by lawyers in London, were set for full challenges against the removal decisions, but Sir James clarified that the asylum policy no longer includes removals to Rwanda. The hearing, presided over by Dame Victoria Sharp, Mr Justice Chamberlain, and Mr Justice Dove, concluded in under an hour, marking a significant development in the ongoing legal battle. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper, during a visit to Lewisham, criticized the policy as a 'con' and announced an audit of the entire scheme and its associated costs. The UK Government's plan to terminate the multimillion-pound agreement with Rwanda, established by Rishi Sunak to deter migrants from crossing the English Channel, was acknowledged by a spokesperson in Kigali. Despite the termination, Rwanda affirmed its commitment to addressing the global migration crisis and highlighted its adherence to the agreement terms, including financial obligations. The influx of Channel migrants, including children, continued with reports of individuals arriving in Dover from France via dinghies. The scarcity of adult life jackets in Dunkirk led migrants to rely on inflatable devices for safety during the perilous journey. Labour's decision to release the last two migrants detained under the Rwanda scheme, following Sir Keir Starmer's declaration of the Tory policy as 'dead and buried,' marked a shift in immigration enforcement strategies. The government's move to bail the remaining detainees and the ongoing efforts to combat criminal people-smuggling gangs underscored the evolving landscape of border security measures. As the new government under Sir Keir Starmer takes charge, the focus on curbing illegal migration and dismantling criminal smuggling networks emerges as a key priority. Plans for enhanced border security measures, including the recruitment of a border security commander and the introduction of a Border Security Bill, signal a proactive approach to addressing immigration challenges. The Labour manifesto's commitment to tackling small boat crossings and utilizing counter-terror powers against criminal smuggling rings sets the stage for a comprehensive strategy to manage migration effectively.