UK's Sunak says first migrant flight to Rwanda will leave in 10-12 weeks

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak speaks during a press conference at Downing Street in London, Britain, April 22, 2024. REUTERS/Toby Melville/Pool

LONDON (Reuters) -British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Monday the first flight carrying asylum seekers to Rwanda would leave in 10-12 weeks, as he set out plans for for his flagship policy to tackle illegal migration.

Speaking at a press conference, Sunak said he would not outline the exact operational details of the plan, but said the government had made specific preparations.