UK Government Upholds 'Bed and Board' Deductions for Wrongfully Imprisoned

Despite policy changes, compensation for historic cases will still see deductions for living expenses during imprisonment.

Andrew Malkinson, wrongfully imprisoned for 17 years, faces a £100,000 deduction from his compensation.
The policy reversal applies only to future compensation payments, not past ones.
Paul Blackburn, who was wrongfully imprisoned for 25 years, also will not be refunded deductions.
Critics argue the policy is morally wrong and compounds the injustices faced by victims.
Government maintains a commitment to help victims rebuild their lives, despite the controversial deductions.