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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Holly Bancroft

Britain urged to let hero Afghans bring their families to UK after major data leak put thousands at risk

The government has been urged to let hero Afghans granted sanctuary in Britain bring their loved ones to the UK after a major data breach put the lives of up to 100,000 people at risk from the Taliban.

More than 50 refugee charities and lawyers have written to Yvette Cooper, urging her to make it easier for Afghans who were allowed to relocate to the UK due to British links to bring family members – many of whom are at risk of reprisals – with them.

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