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UK infected blood victims ‘harmed yet further’ by ministers’ response, inquiry warns
UNITED KINGDOM, JUL 9 – A report criticizes the UK compensation scheme for excluding some victims and requiring unrealistic proof, with only 460 of over 2,000 claimants paid so far, officials said.
- In May 2024, the Infected Blood Inquiry published a 210-page report revealing that thousands of victims continue to suffer due to delayed and inadequate compensation in the UK.
- The report found the compensation scheme was rushed after a snap election in August 2024 and excluded many, including those infected before 1982 and those unable to meet strict psychological harm criteria.
- Victims described feeling trapped in limbo, fearing they may never receive justice while only 460 people have gotten compensation out of over 2,000 asked to start claims.
- Sir Brian Langstaff criticized decisions made behind closed doors causing 'obvious injustices,' and urged faster, fairer payments prioritizing the seriously ill and greater transparency involving victims.
- The report implies urgent government action is needed to repair trust, address exclusions, and establish a compensation system that respects and fairly supports all those affected by the scandal.
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