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House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Infected Blood Compensation: Funding

Tuesday 6 February 2024 · 3 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

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At a glance

Answered 0 Partly answered 3 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Government understands the need for compensation for victims of contaminated blood and blood products
  • Government will act based on Sir Brian Langstaff's final report expected in May
  • Government is working to respond quickly once the inquiry report is published

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Questions & Answers

Q1 Clive Efford Lab Eltham and Chislehurst
NHS
Context

The question addresses the ongoing issue of compensation for individuals affected by contaminated blood, referencing the strength of feeling among those impacted and the moral case for compensation acknowledged by the government.

Question

Whether he has had discussions with Cabinet colleagues on the potential cost to the Exchequer of compensation for people infected and affected by contaminated blood and blood products. We have an appalling tragedy where justice needs to be delivered, and victims deserve recognition and support.

Answer from Laura Trott

The Government understand the strength of feeling and need for action. They have accepted the moral case for compensation and will respond to Sir Brian Langstaff's recommendations once the final report is published in May.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Financial implications were not addressed; only commitment stated without specifics on cost or funding mechanisms.

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Q2 Paul Girvan DUP
Economy Standards & Ethics
Context

The question follows an initial discussion and focuses on the timing of addressing compensation for those affected by contaminated blood, noting previous commitments from the Chancellor when he was Health Secretary.

Question

Now that the Chancellor is in a position to take action, how long will it take? Will this be in place before the next election?

Answer from Laura Trott

The Government are determined to do right by victims and those who lost loved ones. While all Governments have failed previously, interim payments have been made. The final report is expected soon, and the Government will act as quickly as possible afterwards.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Specific timing not provided; only commitment stated without a concrete timeline or assurance before election.

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Q3 Clive Efford Lab Eltham and Chislehurst
NHS
Context

The question addresses the need for identified financial contingencies to support compensation for those affected by contaminated blood, referencing a previous commitment made when the Chancellor was Health Secretary.

Question

Will the Government confirm that they have identified the financial contingencies to pay compensation to people hit by the infected blood scandal?

Answer from Laura Trott

The Government are working with the Cabinet Office and Department of Health and Social Care to respond as quickly as possible once the inquiry reports.

Partly answered

Not addressed: Financial contingencies not confirmed; only a commitment to work on it without specifics or timeline.

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