Former armed forces minister James Heappey MP joins to discuss UK's increased defense spending and support for Ukraine. The podcast also covers the government's Rwanda policy, migrants in Northern France, and unique discussions on film, ship naming, and migrant dynamics in crossing the English Channel.
UK plans to increase military spending to 2.5% of national income by 2030, putting defense industry on 'war footing'
Migrants in Northern France aiming to reach UK are aware of Rwanda policy but driven by hope for asylum and job opportunities
Rwanda prepares hostels for migrants and offers job training, signaling plans for integrating migrants into economy and providing residency rights
Deep dives
Rwanda Legislation Effect on Migrants
Migrants in Northern France are determined to reach the UK despite awareness of the Rwanda policy. They understand the policy but are unwavering in their desire to reach the UK, drawn by the hope of asylum, job opportunities, and English-speaking environment.
Preparation in Rwanda for Migrants
Rwanda has readied hostels and centers to receive migrants. The government is gearing up to process asylum applications and provide training for jobs, indicating a plan for migrants' long-term stay in Rwanda. The country aims to integrate them into the economy and job market.
Impact of Asylum Seeker Rights in Rwanda
Once in the Rwandan asylum system, asylum seekers granted residence permits will have work rights and receive job training. The Rwandan legislation will ensure that rejected asylum applications do not lead to deportation, granting some form of residency.
Economic Concerns in Rwanda
Mixed reactions in Rwanda regarding the Rwanda policy, focusing on economic implications. While seen as a potential economic boost, concerns exist over competition for jobs and resources given existing unemployment and housing challenges.
Northern France Understanding of Rwanda Policy
Migrants in Northern France have partial awareness of the Rwanda policy but remain resolute in their pursuit of reaching the UK. Language opportunities, job prospects, and familiarity drive their determination despite knowledge of the policy's implications.
Today, we look at Rishi Sunak’s promise to spend billions more on defence.
Sunak said UK military spending would rise to 2.5% of national income by 2030. The prime minister was in Poland to pledge £500 million in extra support for Ukraine, but claimed the extra money for defence would put the UK’s defence industry "on a war footing". Adam is joined by former armed forces minister, James Heappey MP.
And, the day after the government’s Rwanda policy passed through Parliament, BBC Home Affairs Correspondent Tom Symonds has been speaking to migrants in northern France who are preparing to cross the Channel to get to the UK. And, the BBC’s Africa correspondent Barbara Plett Usher has been to see where the migrants will stay when they arrive in Rwanda.
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