Source · Select Committees · Home Affairs Committee
Recommendation 18
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Commence planning for extensive face-to-face Windrush engagement events.
Conclusion
As restrictions are lifted, planning and preparations must commence to ensure that the Department is ready to launch a new and extensive programme of face-to-face engagement events as soon as it is safe to do so. (Paragraph 59) 90 The Windrush Compensation Scheme Grassroots campaign
Government response summary AI-generated
The government outlines a package of support for individuals claiming on behalf of deceased relatives, including reimbursement of probate fees and legal advice costs, but does not address the recommendation to plan for new face-to-face engagement events as restrictions lift.
Summary of the government's response below — read the verbatim text to verify.
Government Response
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HM Government · verbatim extract
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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.
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