Lawyers and campaigners hailed the arrival of 47 Sri Lankan Tamils from Diego Garcia as a significant victory for justice after years of unlawful detention.
The UK government described the Tamils' transport to the UK as a one-off due to their exceptional situation, with a long and complex legal battle having preceded their arrival.
Tessa Gregory, representing the Tamils, highlighted the 'squalid conditions' they endured for 38 months, expressing hope for their safe future in the UK.
The UK government's move also aims to prevent future asylum seekers from using Diego Garcia, redirecting them instead to process claims in Mauritius.
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