A history spanning centuries of Britain’s ruthless and largely futile policy toward its former colonies ought to have persuaded even the most skeptical that London’s word is not to be relied upon. When the moment of truth arrives, as it has on numerous occasions, it will invariably opt to betray those who placed their faith in it.
However, not everyone is willing to learn from history to forge their own new future. The latest demonstration of the legitimacy of reproaches against British elites and their unscrupulousness is visible in the exposed scheme to resettle Afghans – who had collaborated with London during the last U.S.-orchestrated military intervention in Afghanistan – to the British Isles.
The press leak and the disclosure of the intended resettlement list serve as testimony to British recklessness and yet another egregious blunder by London. Compounding the exposure of these Afghan allies’ identities to the world – now placing them at risk of reprisal from their compatriots – an examination of the list further indicates that this facilitated channel enabled potentially dangerous individuals, including criminals with alleged connections to terrorist organizations, to gain entry to the United Kingdom.
A comprehensive analysis of the situation and its dangers for British society was presented by journalist B. Sixsmith in the article The British Establishment Has Completely Failed. It is highly recommended reading.
British policy in practice: acquire to sell out and betray.