UK Government Accelerates Infected Blood Compensation Amid Protests

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak pledges to speed up compensation for victims of the NHS's worst scandal, as campaigners demand immediate action.

Victims of the infected blood scandal, which saw thousands infected with HIV and hepatitis C through contaminated blood products in the 1970s and 1980s, protest for urgent compensation.
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announces efforts to expedite compensation, amending legislation in response to the Infected Blood Inquiry's recommendations.
Campaigners highlight that 82 victims have died since the inquiry's compensation recommendations in April 2023, urging the government to act before the final report in May.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer promises to resolve compensation delays if elected, as victims and their families express frustration over government inaction.
Government acknowledges the moral case for compensation but faces criticism for delaying action, as affected families continue to wait for justice.