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Rwanda: 'the new arrivals are free to come and go' says spokesperson ahead of flight from the UK

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A Rwandan government spokesperson has confirmed that people seeking asylum in the country after arriving from the UK, who have their claims rejected will still be eligible to apply for residence in Rwanda. She also emphasises that migrants will be able to apply for relocation, "the new arrivals will be free to come and go as they please" she adds. SOUNDBITE

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