Scottish Abuse Redress Scheme has Commenced

The Scottish Government Redress Scheme, which was established to compensate people who were abused in care in Scotland before 1 December 2004, commenced taking applications in December 2023.

The scheme details can be accessed here: Scotland's Redress Scheme - gov.scot (www.gov.scot).

Payments range from 10,000 pounds to 100,000 pounds. A number of institutions are contributing financially to the scheme.

Like the Australian redress schemes, a lower amount of compensation is available as compared to what might be achieved in a common law clam for damages.

If you were abused in the care of the Scottish Government or other listed institutions, you should seek independent legal advice before accepting a redress payment which will finalise your rights.