Source · Select Committees · Home Affairs Committee
Recommendation 18
18
Deferred
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
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.
Government Response
Deferred
HM Government
Deferred
We have launched a package of support to help those making, or who have already made, claims on behalf of a relative who has passed away to submit an application to the Probate Services to obtain the legal documentation required to process their claim. We will reimburse the probate application fee (if there is one) and up to £1,500 towards legal advice sought to apply for probate, subject to certain conditions. We have set up effective mechanisms with We Are Digital and the Probate Office to monitor and where necessary resolve, any concerns regarding the impact of the package of support. We continue to listen and respond to feedback received from stakeholders to ensure the package of support is operating effectively.