House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Afghan Special Forces Relocation Review
26 March 2026 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by Luke Pollard Lab Plymouth, Sutton and Devonport
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At a glance
Key points
- The Triples Review of Afghan relocations and assistance policy applications is complete.
- The review overturns 884 previous decisions.
- Enhanced training and new processes are in place to improve ARAP casework.
Issue summary
The statement updates the House on the review of Afghan relocations and assistance policy scheme applications for former members of Afghan specialist units, including Commando Force 333 and Task Force 444.
Action requested
The minister announces that the Triples Review is complete, overturning 884 decisions. Enhanced training and new processes have been put in place to improve ARAP casework, and MOD will continue to invest in digital records management and data protection compliance.
Key facts
- The review involved former members of Commando Force 333 and Task Force 444.
- 884 decisions were overturned as part of the review process.
- Enhanced training is now in place within the ARAP casework team to identify relevant records from organisations.
- MOD is implementing a Digital Records Management Plan across Defence.