In August 2023, a defence official's error exposed sensitive data, prompting urgent action from the government. Defence Secretary John Healey confirmed the breach and called it a "serious departmental error." The confidential Afghan Response Route aims to help vulnerable Afghan individuals and families escape the Taliban's reach while facing significant costs, which could total up to £450m. A recent High Court ruling lifted a superinjunction that kept this information from the public, emphasizing the need for transparency and accountability in government actions.