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MoD - Afghan Nationals Data Breach

Protecting Afghan allies’ personal data following major MoD data breach

Barings Law are helping Afghan nationals who assisted British Forces seek justice after the Ministry of Defence exposed their identities, placing them at serious risk of harm.
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If you’ve been a victim of the Ministry of Defence breach, Barings Law can help you claim compensation.

You may be eligible to claim compensation if you are an Afghan national who assisted British Forces in Afghanistan and applied for the ARAP scheme.

Details about the Ministry of Defence breach are:

  • MoD was in possession of information containing the names and personal details of people under the Afghan Relocation and Assistance Policy (ARAP) scheme.
  • The list containing the information was emailed in error to at least a dozen people, one of whom is believed to have posted that sensitive information on social media.
  • The information shared contained details of anyone, including their family members, whom are considered enemies of the opposing factions.
  • Information breached included names, email addresses, family details, MoD-assigned reference numbers, personal details and their role in the Afghan army.
  • The breach has caused a significant threat to life for people who are based in Afghanistan, and also those who are based abroad.
  • Barings Law has received instructions from nearly 1,000 individuals and fought for the super-injunction to be removed and those included in the breach to be informed.
  • The MoD took out a super-injunction when the media became aware of the breach. This prohibited any mention of the issue.
  • The MoD has tried to supress the data breach for nearly three years by taking out a super-injunction.
  • The breach, which was caused by an email error, happened in 2022. Since then, the Ministry of Defence have made efforts to keep the incident a secret.

Barings Law are leading the fight for justice for Afghan nationals who have been a victim of this breach. 
We have already received instruction from almost 1,000 individuals and fought for the super-injunction about this breach to be lifted.

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Can my family submit a claim if their details were breached too?

Yes. If your family members also had their personal details breached, they are eligible to submit a claim. Each individual will need to complete their own claim form and sign a separate Conditional Fee Agreement. They must also provide your Ministry of Defence assigned reference number so we can link cases together and manage the files more efficiently.

What information do I need when submitting a claim?

When submitting a claim by completing our quick and easy form, we simply require some information about you. This includes your name, date of birth, country of residence, and contact information so we can get in touch regarding your case.



You’ll also be asked to provide your Ministry of Defence assigned reference number. If you don’t have it to hand, our team will be in touch to help you with this step.

What fee do Barings charge?

If we are successful in your claim, Barings Law charge a success fee of 35% + VAT. These fees will be displayed in your No-Win No-Fee Agreement.

Is it No-Win No-Fee?

We operate on a No-Win No-Fee basis, meaning if we are unsuccessful in your claim, you will not be charged a penny for our services. You won’t be liable for any fees or disbursements if you do not receive a payment of compensation.

How long does the process take?

We cannot provide a specific timeframe at the outset of your claim. Our team will endeavour to keep you updated throughout the process, and will be able to give you more specific details as they work on your claim. 

What can I claim for?

If your personal information, or details about your role supporting British Forces, were exposed in the breach, you may be eligible to claim compensation.

Why is this breach only just coming to light?

When news of the breach surfaced, the Ministry of Defence obtained a super-injunction preventing any mention of the incident. However, we took legal action to have this super-injunction lifted, allowing us to pursue justice for those affected and ensure others impacted by the breach can be properly informed.

Can I claim regardless of my country of residence?

Yes. You can submit a claim regardless of where you are based.

I’m ready to start my claim. How do I begin the process?

It’s a quick and easy process to get the ball rolling. Simply complete our online form and a member of our team will be in touch very soon about the next steps.

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