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Infected Blood Compensation Authority Independent Member Appointments

10 October 2024

Proposing MP
Torfaen
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Cabinet Office

At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the appointments of interim Non-Executive Board Members to the Infected Blood Compensation Authority.

Action Requested

Three interim Non-Executive Board Members have been appointed, with an open recruitment process planned for 2025 to fill these roles permanently. The Government is committed to delivering compensation in a timely manner as per the findings of the Infected Blood Inquiry.

Key Facts

  • Three interim Non-Executive Board Members were appointed.
  • Sir Robert Francis KC was appointed as the interim Chair.
  • An open recruitment process will commence in 2025.
  • The appointments aim to deliver timely compensation to those affected by the Infected Blood Scandal.
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