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Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy Scheme Update
01 February 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Defence
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses updates regarding the Afghan Relocations and Assistance Policy (ARAP) scheme, focusing on reassessing eligibility decisions for former members of certain Afghan specialist units.
Action Requested
The MOD is undertaking a reassessment of all ineligible ARAP applications with credible claims to links with Afghan specialist units. This will be conducted by independent staff within the MOD who have not previously worked on these cases, ensuring consistent application of criteria.
Key Facts
- The ARAP scheme assists former members of Afghan specialist units who served alongside UK Armed Forces.
- A review found inconsistent application of eligibility criteria in certain cases.
- Reassessment will be conducted by independent staff within the MOD.
- HMG does not hold comprehensive employment records for such units.
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