Overview

• Approximately 500 Afghan soldiers from elite units, known as the 'Triples', are now eligible to relocate to the UK after a review of their applications.
• The review revealed that many of these soldiers were directly paid by the UK government, contradicting earlier claims that led to their relocation denials.
• Errors in the initial decision-making process were attributed to poor record-keeping and information flow issues between government departments.
• Many of the Afghan soldiers remain at risk under Taliban rule, with some reportedly targeted and killed due to their collaboration with British forces.
• The review is ongoing, with 25% of the previously rejected applications expected to be overturned, allowing eligible soldiers and their families to seek safety in the UK.