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UK Reform Boosts Windrush Compensation, Critics Call It Insufficient

1/16/2026

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The UK Home Office announced reforms to the Windrush compensation scheme, prioritizing claimants over 75 and allowing advance payments during reviews.
The reforms expand compensation to cover workplace and personal pension losses and refund immigration fees.
Critics, including Colin McFarlane of Justice 4 Windrush, say the reforms remain insufficient because many claimants still receive no compensation.
The government has allocated £600,000 to advocacy support to help victims navigate the process.

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The UK Home Office announced reforms to the Windrush compensation scheme, prioritizing claimants over 75 and allowing advance payments during reviews.
The reforms expand compensation to cover workplace and personal pension losses and refund immigration fees.
Critics, including Colin McFarlane of Justice 4 Windrush, say the reforms remain insufficient because many claimants still receive no compensation.
The government has allocated £600,000 to advocacy support to help victims navigate the process.