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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

The Government’s Response to the Quinquennial Review of the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme 2022-23

21 March 2024 · Ministry of Defence

Proposed by Andrew Murrison Con South West Wiltshire

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Government's response to the Quinquennial Review of the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme for 2022-23 has been published
  • The response outlines the Government's assessments and reasons for accepting or rejecting the recommendations
  • A copy of the response will be placed in the Library of the House

Issue summary

The statement addresses the publication of the Government's response to the Quinquennial Review of the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme for 2022-23.

Action requested

The Minister has announced that the Government’s response to the review is published and sets out assessments and reasons for accepting or rejecting recommendations made by the QQR. A copy of the response will be placed in the Library of the House.

Key facts

  • The Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) provides compensation for injury, illness caused or worsened by service, or death caused by service from 6 April 2005 onwards.
  • Quinquennial Reviews (QQR) ensure the AFCS remains fit for purpose over time.
  • A copy of the Government’s response to the latest QQR will be placed in the Library of the House.
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