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UK visas for Afghan interpreters

Around 600 Afghan interpreters are to be offered the chance to settle in Britain after an apparent coalition rethink. About half the staff working with UK forces are expected to be granted visas in recognition of risks to their personal safety.

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Afghan interpreter offer 'in step with NATO countries'

We welcome today's decision to offer protection to Afghan interpreters who put their lives on the line to support the British forces.

This move now puts the UK in step with other NATO countries who have granted their interpreters the right to asylum.

– Dave Garratt, Chief Executive of Refugee Action

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