The UK’s long-debated Rwanda deportation bill is finally on the verge of becoming law, following the decision of opposition and crossbench peers to back down on Monday night. This development paves the way for potential legal battles concerning the removal of numerous asylum seekers in the United Kingdom.

After a marathon battle over the crucial legislation between the Commons and the Lords, the bill was ultimately passed. It is expected to receive royal assent on Tuesday.

According to sources from the Home Office, a group of asylum seekers with weak legal claims to remain in the UK has already been identified. They are set to be included in the first wave of individuals to be sent to East Africa in July.

The bill has been a focal point of British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s efforts to curb the influx of small boats crossing the Channel. Home Secretary James Cleverly hailed it as a “landmark moment” in their strategy to tackle this issue.

In a social media video, Cleverly announced, “The Safety of Rwanda Bill has passed in Parliament and it will become law within days…”