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Like a spectral invigilator, George Orwell is never far from our political discourse. Yesterday, Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer dramatised respectively the sharp distinction he drew in a famous 1945 essay between nationalism and patriotism. The Prime Minister, for his part, finally ensured that his Rwanda bill will become…

Finally, the Rwanda Bill has got through Parliament. After interminable back and forth between Commons and Lords, and the expenditure of endless political energy and goodwill, the Prime Minister has got his way. Failed asylum seekers may now be sent to Rwanda, legal challenges allowing. But was it really worth…

As final parliamentary debates get under way, PM acknowledges dropping spring start to policy despite earlier promises

Long night expected as bill goes between Commons and Lords and government tries to pass legislation without amendments

Democracy needs checks and balances. But the undemocratic composition of the Lords deprives it of basic legitimacy, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

Rishi Sunak has said the first flights carrying asylum seekers to Rwanda will leave in 10 to 12 weeks, and the government will ensure they leave “come what may”.

Bill could become law this week as end of parliamentary ping-pong in sight

The Lords and Commons are locked in a ‘ping pong’ battle over the controversial legislation as new data shows Channel crossings of small boats are on the up

People affected by serious sexual and violent offences can face large fees to obtain written records from their cases