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Infected Blood Compensation Scheme: Appeals

Asked by Tracy GilbertLabourCabinet OfficeTabled Answered 24 March 2026UIN 122071

The question

To ask the Minister for the Cabinet Office, whether his Department has considered establishing an appeals process for any applicant who is refused a Special Categorisation Mechanism payment as part of their overall compensation offer from the Infected Blood Compensation Authority.

Answered by Nick Thomas-Symonds

Anyone is able to appeal against a decision made by the Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) about any aspect of their infected blood compensation scheme application. Information on how this can be done can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/appeal-an-infected-blood-compensation-decision

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