The United Nations Human Rights Commissioner has called on the British government to reconsider its proposed policy of deporting asylum seekers to Rwanda.
This comes after the Court of Appeal in London ruled on Thursday that the policy is unlawful.
Commissioner for UN Human Rights, Volker Türk, expressed grave concerns about the British government’s plans, stating that they raise serious issues regarding international human rights and refugee laws.
The UN Refugee Agency also welcomed the court’s decision and suggested that the UK should explore alternative measures, including collaborating with its European counterparts.
Despite the ruling, the British government intends to pursue further appeals, emphasizing its determination to prevent the arrival of migrants via small boats.