Compensation for crime victims capped in 1996 not enough, say campaigners

Figures suggest if £500,000 limit set for Great Britain 30 years ago was adjusted for inflation the maximum would be more than £1m A 30-year freeze on compensation for victims o...

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Guardian: Compensation for crime victims capped in 1996 not enough, say campaigners.

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Compensation for crime victims capped in 1996 not enough, say campaigners

Guardian •published Apr 6, 2026, 5:00 AM UTC •fetched Apr 6, 2026, 5:11 AM UTC