More Afghan interpreters eligible to move to UK under new rules

Government expands scheme for linguists who risked lives for British troops

Dozens more Afghan interpreters who risked their lives for British troops will be able to apply to settle in the UK following the government decision to expand a relocation scheme.

Former interpreters and servicemen have welcomed the move, which could mean about 100 linguists and their families will be made eligible to apply for resettlement - but say more must be done for the hundreds still at risk of reprisals in Afghanistan.