That is an interesting conclusion to draw. The simple fact is that we are also clearing the backlog; as noble Lords know, the commitment is to clear it by the end of this year. If we stopped spending the £8 million a day on hotel costs, what would the noble Lord suggest we do with those who are seeking asylum?
Rwanda Treaty
Proceeding contribution from
Lord Sharpe of Epsom
(Conservative)
in the House of Lords on Friday, 8 December 2023.
It occurred during Private notice question on Rwanda Treaty.
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