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Calls for Review of £500,000 Cap on Injury Claims

4/8/2026

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  • Neil Sugarman, former president of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, says the 30th anniversary of the £500,000 cap should prompt government action.
  • Nichola, a mother from north-west England, expressed concern for her daughter Lou, who has brain damage.
  • Kim Harrison, former APIL president, urged an immediate review because the 1996 cap has lost value.
  • A Ministry of Justice spokesperson emphasized support for crime victims, citing £164 million paid in 2024/25.