House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Infected Blood Inquiry Additional Report
09 July 2025 · Cabinet Office
Proposed by Nick Thomas-Symonds Lab Torfaen
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At a glance
Key points
- Infected Blood Inquiry released an additional report on the scandal
- UK Government reiterates commitment to supporting affected individuals
- Government to review and act on nine recommendations in the report
Issue summary
The Infected Blood Inquiry has released an additional report on the scandal, prompting the UK Government to reiterate its commitment to supporting those affected by providing compensation.
Action requested
The government will review and act upon the nine recommendations made in the report, focusing on policy changes such as eligibility for awards and expanding support schemes. An update will be provided before summer recess.
Key facts
- £11.8bn committed for the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme.
- As of 1 July, 460 people have received compensation totalling £326,184,985.78.
- 2,043 people have begun their compensation claim and 616 have received an offer of compensation totalling £488,346,336.18.
- Nine recommendations from the Inquiry are under review.
- The Government aims to work closely with the Infected Blood Compensation Authority.
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