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Peter Davidson

Tory minister claims Rwanda has 'good human rights record' despite concerns from UK Government

A Tory minister has described Rwanda's human rights record as "good" despite the UK Government slamming the African country over the issue just last year.

Simon Hart attempted to defend the government's plans to send migrants to processing centres to the East African nation when they arrive on small boats in Britain.

Home Secretary Priti Patel is expected to sign a deal during a visit later today, with people seeking sanctuary in the UK to be sent more than 4,000 miles.

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