Source · Select Committees · Home Affairs Committee
Recommendation 8
8
Deferred
Paragraph: 38
Independent administration necessary to increase trust in Windrush compensation scheme
Conclusion
In order to increase trust and encourage more applicants, we believe that the scheme should be transferred to an independent organisation.
Government Response Summary
The government does not address the recommendation to transfer the scheme to an independent organisation, instead focusing on its ongoing outreach and engagement events, which have moved to digital platforms during the pandemic.
Paragraph Reference:
38
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
To date, the Home Office has hosted approximately 120 outreach surgeries and approximately 80 public engagement events, to raise awareness of the Windrush Schemes and support individuals. Due to government restrictions as a result of the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, these events have been moved on to a digital platform to ensure that we can continue to raise awareness of support and encourage individuals to apply to the Windrush Schemes. Although not all of the cohorts we are trying to reach may find this format of events accessible, it can be easier logistically for individuals to dial in from any region. The Home Office is keen to restart face-to-face engagement as soon as it is officially safe to do so. The details of all public engagement events are published on GOV.UK and circulated to key stakeholders to reach wider audiences.