Infected blood scandal

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UK Infected Blood Scandal: Compensation, Apologies, and Justice

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Victims of the UK's infected blood scandal finally receive compensation after years of negligence. Find out about the shocking revelations and impact of the scandal. #BloodScandal #Compensation #Justice

The UK's infected blood scandal has rocked the nation as victims are finally set to receive compensation following an inquiry exposing the grave errors of civil servants and doctors. Between the 1970s and 1990s, over 30,000 NHS patients were unknowingly exposed to contaminated blood products, leading to severe health risks. The revelation of authorities knowingly jeopardizing tens of thousands of lives with deadly infections has sparked outrage and demands for justice.

The independent inquiry uncovered the negligence of the National Health Service (NHS) in exposing patients to HIV and Hepatitis, shedding light on the extent of the catastrophic error. In a landmark move, the government unveiled a compensation package of up to £2 million for the victims, offering a semblance of closure to those affected by the enduring trauma of the scandal.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak extended a profound apology to the infected individuals, expressing deep regret for the harrowing consequences they had to endure. The fight for justice in the UK's infected blood scandal sets a precedent for accountability, highlighting the importance of safeguarding public health and ensuring such tragedies are never repeated.

In a global context, the UK's pursuit of justice contrasts with other countries where victims continue to struggle for recognition and compensation in similar blood contamination cases. The long-lasting impact of the scandal serves as a reminder of the vital need for stringent healthcare protocols and the protection of patients' well-being.

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UK infected blood scandal victims to receive final compensation this ... (Aljazeera.com)

Minister reveals compensation plan after report found civil servants and doctors exposed patients to unacceptable risks.

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Infected blood scandal: Background, impacts, interim compensation ... (House of Lords Library)

Between 1970 and the early 1990s, more than 30000 NHS patients were given blood transfusions, or treatments which used blood products, contaminated with ...

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Victims of UK's infected blood scandal to receive final compensation ... (The Associated Press)

An inquiry found that authorities and the public health service knowingly exposed tens of thousands of patients to deadly infections through contaminated blood ...

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Explained | Contaminated blood scandal: How UK's treatment ... (Deccan Herald)

An independent inquiry report revealed that due to the negligence of state-funded National Health Service (NHS), thousands were infected with HIV or Hepatitis.

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UK infected blood scandal: what happened in other countries? (The Guardian)

Victims in Britain have finally gained a measure of justice – elsewhere the fight has had varying outcomes.

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Infected blood victims could get £2m compensation (BBC News)

Government unveils package after final report of public inquiry into scandal published on Monday.

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Explained: The blood scandal that infected 30000 and killed 3000 ... (Business Today)

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak apologised to thousands of people infected with contaminated blood in the decades-long scandal. "I am truly sorry," Sunak told ...

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How does the UK's infected blood scandal compare with other ... (Financial Times)

Decades after other countries around the world compensated victims of the contaminated blood scandal, the UK on Tuesday unveiled a multibillion-pound ...

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Infected blood scandal: Interim chair of new compensation body ... (Civil Service World)

Victims set for interim payments of £210K and full settlements of up to £2.735m, according to documents.

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