Overview

• Prime Minister Rishi Sunak issued a formal apology, calling it a 'day of shame' for the British state.
• The inquiry found evidence of a cover-up by the British establishment to save face and cut costs.
• More than 3,000 people have died, and the scandal has left many with lifelong health issues.
• Victims included hemophiliacs and patients needing blood transfusions, with many infected by HIV and Hepatitis C.
• A comprehensive compensation program exceeding £10 billion is set to be announced.