Overview of the NHS Infected Blood Scandal Compensation
Victims of the NHS infected blood scandal express concerns over the government's compensation scheme. Eligible individuals include those infected with HIV, hepatitis B, and C, and their caregivers. Payments range from £35,500 for acute hepatitis C to over £2,257,500 for co-infections.
Victims of the NHS infected blood scandal, one of the worst treatment disasters in the NHS history, express concerns over the government's pledged compensation scheme.
Eligible individuals for compensation include those directly and indirectly infected with HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C, as well as their partners, parents, and caregivers.
The compensation scheme is categorized into five awards: injury impact, social impact, autonomy, care, and financial loss.
Payments vary based on infection severity, ranging from £35,500 for acute hepatitis C to over £2,257,500 for co-infection of HIV with chronic hepatitis B or C.
Existing support payments will continue until March 2025, with new adjustments starting April 2025.