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.
Overview
- 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.