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<p>The Ministry of Defence (MOD) takes all claims of intimidation or threats to locally
recruited workers (LRWs) very seriously and as such has responded to these allegations,
directly engaging with the interpreters in question. MOD has set contracting standards
which require that people must be as safe and secure as reasonably possible when working
in our support. We continue to hold our contractors to these high standards.</p><p>
</p><p>As part of the MOD's own investigation a specialist investigator interviewed
all eight of the LRWs. Individual risk assessments were completed, and bespoke security
advice was given pertaining to their situation. Further work will now be undertaken
to decide if subsequent interventions are required, however it is unlikely that the
situation would warrant relocation to the UK. The contractor has also offered advice
and support.</p>
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