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Recommendation 70

70 Deferred

Mitigation of loss rules are inappropriate for the compensation scheme.

Conclusion
We believe that rules on mitigation of loss are not appropriate for a compensation scheme of this nature: the Home Office should lift any remaining mitigation requirements. (Paragraph 230) Criminality
Government Response Summary
The government states it continues to listen to feedback on mitigation rules and commits to reviewing them, but does not commit to lifting the remaining mitigation requirements as recommended.
Government Response Deferred
HM Government Deferred
We continue to listen and respond to feedback received from stakeholders to ensure the Scheme is operating effectively for people including on rules on mitigation of loss. These rules will be reviewed