Backlight: How to force a UK U-turn: Lessons from our Afghan left behind investigation

A deep-dive into the impact-driven strategy behind the investigation from editor May Bulman, and social affairs correspondent from The Independent, Holly Bancroft

A few weeks back, our investigation prompted the UK government to reverse its previous decision to deny hundreds of Afghans safety in the UK and review all the cases.

It was something even the campaigners working on the issue said would be impossible.

So how did the team not only reveal the crucial evidence but also make sure the government actually moved on the issue?

In this episode, Beatriz and Tessa speak to our investigations editor May Bulman, and social affairs correspondent from The Independent, Holly Bancroft about the exciting impact of their investigation into the Afghan commandos left behind by the British government.

It’s both a deep-dive into the investigation, and an inside look at the impact-driven strategy that compelled the British Government to reverse its previous decision to deny hundreds of Afghans safety in the UK.

You can also listen to the episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and Google Podcasts.

Hosts: Beatriz Ramalho da Silva, Tessa Pang
Sound Design: Spoovio – Audiovisual Productions