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Two brave Kurdish men, Saman and Ali, made the decision to work undercover for the BBC in order to shed light on a network operating illegal businesses across the UK. Motivated by the harm these criminals were causing to the reputation of Kurds in the UK, the two reporters set out to uncover the inner workings of this illicit operation. Using secret cameras, Saman and Ali posed as Kurdish asylum seekers without the right to work, seeking to purchase and run a mini-mart for the purpose of selling illegal cigarettes and vapes.
Their investigation revealed the ease with which individuals in their circumstances could establish and manage businesses on the High Street, all while remaining hidden in plain sight. By enlisting Kurds with UK citizenship to register these establishments under their names, the criminals were able to deceive the authorities and operate with impunity. Saman and Ali were able to capture footage of a key figure within the network who claimed to have the power to wipe away government fines of up to £60,000 for those employing illegal workers, further exposing the extent of their illegal activities.
Despite concerns over potential backlash and hostilities due to the sensitive nature of their investigation, both reporters felt compelled to bring the criminal network to light. Recognizing the damaging impact of illegal working on the Kurdish community as a whole, Ali stressed the importance of exposing these activities and disassociating the Kurds from such criminal elements. The pair faced significant backlash from within the Kurdish community, with threats of violence and accusations of betrayal, but remained steadfast in their commitment to revealing the truth.
The investigation has sparked intense reactions within the Kurdish community, with both positive and negative responses. While some have condemned the reporters as traitors and spies, others have praised their efforts to uncover wrongdoing and criminality. The illegal network uncovered by Saman and Ali has prompted an urgent investigation by the Home Office, highlighting the need to address the incentives for illegal immigration fueled by such criminal activities. As they navigate the aftermath of their exposé, Saman and Ali strive to uphold the true image of Kurds in Britain and distance themselves from those tarnishing their community’s reputation
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