Victims of the infected blood scandal in the UK continue to suffer as they await compensation, with reports of two dying each week. Over 30,000 individuals received treatments infected with HIV and Hepatitis C, leading to significant loss of life. Despite the UK government setting aside £11.8 billion for compensation, many victims fear they may pass away before receiving what they are owed. Concerns about the compensation process have been raised by victims, charities, and officials, who criticize the slow implementation and lack of timely assistance for affected families.
Tony Summers, 89, whose son died after being given infected blood products, said he was told he may not receive compensation until 2029 and fears he might be dead before then.
The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) said its priority was to pay compensation to 'as many people as soon as possible'.
Many victims, charities, and the inquiry's chair, Sir Brian Langstaff, have expressed concern about the way compensation is being implemented and the time it is taking.
I just want this to be over—it's probably the most important thing in my life to get to the end of this, to get closure.
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