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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Ben Hatton

Around 240 Afghans waiting more than six months for UK relocation

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Around 240 Afghans who assisted British forces in Afghanistan are waiting to be relocated despite being promised protection at least six months ago, according to official figures.

The Government has been accused of “failing” Afghan nationals at risk after the Taliban swept back into power in August 2021, with the Liberal Democrats describing the situation as “scandalous”.

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