UK Inquiry Chair Criticizes Ministers for Ignoring Infected Blood Victims
The chair of the infected blood inquiry has slammed ministers for not listening to victims of the scandal, calling for a fairer compensation system. The report exposes government failings and recommends faster and more inclusive processes to address the injustices faced by those affected.
Victims of the infected blood scandal have not been listened to by ministers, according to the chair of the inquiry. The report calls for an overhaul of the compensation system, highlighting the failings of the government's scheme and proposing recommendations for a fairer and faster process.
The report criticizes ministers for not consulting the victims when designing the scheme, leading to obvious injustices that could have been avoided. Sir Brian Langstaff, the chair of the infected blood inquiry, emphasized the lack of listening to those affected by the scandal for decades.
More than 3,000 people have died after receiving contaminated blood products in the 1970s to the early 90s. Langstaff recommended allowing affected individuals to apply for compensation, prioritizing applications for those nearing the end of their life, and reconsidering limits on the scheme, such as excluding people infected with HIV before 1982.
The report also suggested increased compensation for individuals treated with interferon for hepatitis, known to have severe side effects. Langstaff criticized the slow pace of the scheme, lack of transparency, and limited engagement with affected groups.
According to the source: The Guardian.
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