‘A total farce’: Labour furious as govt reveals cost of Rwanda asylum policy

Sky News says Rishi Sunak is facing fresh pressure over his Rwanda policy after it emerged the scheme has already cost £240m, despite never being used.

The government spent a further £100m in the 2023-24 financial year while flights remained grounded amid a series of legal setbacks – on top of the £140m previously paid out.

According to a letter from the Home Office to committee chairs, ministers expect additional costs of £50m in the coming year, which would bring the total to £290m.

https://news.sky.com/story/pms-rwanda-policy-has-already-cost-240m-despite-never-being-used-13025310