Knowledge and trust of the Infected Blood Compensation Scheme
A strong sense of understanding
Most of our community understands where to go to register for information about the compensation scheme, and who is eligible for compensation through it.
However, around a quarter (26%) of those surveyed felt as though they didn't adequately understand how to register for information.
Shared concerns regarding fraud
Almost three quarters (72%) of the community is concerned about fraud occurring within the compensation scheme, especially surrounding those eligible being victims of fraud. This concern is particularly high from those ages 75 and above.
Additionally, every three in five people (60%) are concerned about people applying for compensation who are not eligible for it.
| Who is eligible for compensation through the scheme | Where to go to register for information about the scheme | |
|---|---|---|
| Very | 30% | 29% |
| Fairly | 49% | 43% |
| Not very | 15% | 18% |
| Not at all | 5% | 8% |
There are a few demographic differences in how well people understand who is eligible for compensation and where to register.
| Those eligible being victims of fraud | People applying who are not eligible for it | |
|---|---|---|
| Very | 36% | 32% |
| Fairly | 37% | 28% |
| Not very | 16% | 21% |
| Not at all | 3% | 9% |
| Don't know / Prefer not to say | 8% | 10% |