London - Britain's Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, experienced a significant reprieve as lawmakers voted in favor of the government's recent plans to relocate migrants to Rwanda on Tuesday, December 12.

This proposal had become a major point of contention within the ruling Conservative party, posing a substantial challenge for Sunak. The emergency bill was introduced in response to the Supreme Court's unanimous decision in November, which deemed the deportation of asylum seekers to Rwanda as unconstitutional under international law.

During the parliamentary vote, 313 MPs supported the Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill, while 269 opposed it. Sunak's initiative is part of a broader government effort to address the escalating levels of both regular and irregular immigration, with the immigration matter anticipated to take a central role in next year's election.

The bill has triggered internal strife within the Tory party, reminiscent of the divisions seen during the Brexit vote. Nonetheless, Sunak pressed on to declare Rwanda as a safe destination, despite reservations from human rights monitors, and aimed to eliminate legal obstacles to deportation orders.

While hardline right-wing members argue that the proposals lack the necessary toughness, more liberal Tories express concerns that potential amendments down the line could lead the UK to violate international law.