Infected Blood Compensation 2022-06-09
2022-06-09
Response quality
Questions & Answers
Q1
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Context
The MP is concerned about people affected by contaminated blood cases, referencing a constituent's traumatic experience.
What steps he is taking to support people affected by contaminated blood cases. A constituent contacted the MP due to the infected blood scandal causing significant trauma for those impacted.
The Minister announced the publication of Sir Robert Francis QC's study on a framework for compensation. The Government is considering the recommendations, but no specific timeline or interim payments are mentioned yet.
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Assessment & feedback
Specific commitments on interim payments and concrete timelines were not provided.
Will Need To Reflect Very Carefully
Complex Factors To Take Into Consideration
Response accuracy
Q2
Partial Answer
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Context
The MP raises concerns about the urgent need for compensation after a constituent contacted him regarding the infected blood scandal.
Can we now move at pace on compensation for those who have been impacted? Will he think about the recommendations for interim payments, and will that be able to help the victims quickly now?
The Minister acknowledges constituents' concerns and notes Sir Robert Francis QC's evidence session in July. He states that complex factors need careful consideration, but valid points are noted.
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Assessment & feedback
Specific commitments on interim payments and concrete timelines were not provided.
Complex Factors To Take Into Consideration
Will Reflect Very Carefully
Response accuracy