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Infected Blood Compensation Scheme

Answer

The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) was formed last year, began processing compensation claims within two months of receiving the legislative powers to do so. It has been set an unprecedented challenge and is working hard to meet the needs of all those it serves in delivering justice to victims.

Of the £5.278bn downward revision of the Resource AME requirement, £5.118bn (97%) was related to the recalculation of the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme future payment provision.

Estimating eligible claim volumes is challenging, relying on various assumptions which are refined on an ongoing basis. Changes in the overall provision stem from evolving assumptions and estimates, updates to regulations and other factors. Crucially, these estimates do not limit IBCA’s ability to make payments and everyone who is eligible and makes a claim will be paid in accordance with the legislation.

As of 2 December, 2,867 people have received an offer of compensation, and over £1.7 billion has been paid.

Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

92589

Session

2024-26

Related items

Report and Accounts of the Cabinet Office
Thursday, 23 October 2025
House of Commons papers
House of Commons

Subjects

Infected blood compensation scheme

Contains statistics

Yes

Link

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