Millions of pounds spent flying illegal immigrants to Rwanda could instead be used to support public services across Scotland, Midlothian 's council leader has said.
Councillor Kelly Parry took aim at the cost of the UK Government scheme as just "one instance" where priorities could be changed to help people struggling with the cost of living crisis.
And she told a meeting of Midlothian Council she was kept awake at night worrying about the impact of costs on local residents as they face a "perfect storm".
