Rishi Sunak recently engaged with the public and media on GB News, where he affirmed he is 'absolutely' committed to the controversial flagship Rwanda policy during a Q&A session. The policy, intended as a deterrent for illegal immigration, has faced criticism from various quarters, including Tory peers who likened its measures to those of 'despots and autocracies'. Despite the backlash, Sunak defended the plan, emphasizing its role in addressing the issue of people risking their lives to cross the Channel. The discussion also touched upon Labour leader Keir Starmer's perceived indecisiveness, contrasting it with Sunak's direct engagement with the public.
Straight from Sunak; the Rwanda policy is meant to be a 'deterrent'. But people are risking their lives in the Channel after fleeing their homelands. How much worse do you need Rwanda to be? Rishi Sunak defends Rwanda plan during GB News Q&A session https://t.co/QDIX0rJwXt
Rishi Sunak’s flagship Rwanda bill was savaged by Tory peers with a warning its measures were similar to those associated with “despots and autocracies” https://t.co/zDTQoM5AvC
Rishi Sunak defends Rwanda plan during GB News Q&A session https://t.co/AoTCf69JUj
Rishi Sunak tells voters he is ‘absolutely’ committed to Rwanda during Q&A on GB News – as it happened https://t.co/Vj3TRq4tyP
What did we all think of Rishi Sunak on #GBNews? I think he came across well. He answered questions directly from the people. Meanwhile, Labour’s Keir Starmer has flip flopped again. Totally indecisive. #GBNPeoplesForum