Prime Minister's call with President Paul Kagame of Rwanda

A Downing Street spokesperson said:

“The Prime Minister spoke to President Paul Kagame of Rwanda this morning following the Supreme Court’s judgement.” 

“While he welcomed the Court’s confirmation that the principle of sending illegal migrants to a safe third country is lawful, the Prime Minister expressed his disappointment at the overall outcome and recognised that there are challenges we must overcome.  

“He thanked President Kagame for his Government’s work over the last 15 months and the extra assurances we have already agreed as they said they would continue to work together to address the Court’s concerns. 

“Both leaders reiterated their firm commitment to making our migration partnership work and agreed to take the necessary steps to ensure this is a robust and lawful policy and to stop the boats as soon as possible.”