Sunak Offers ‘Unequivocal’ Apology to Victims of Infected Blood Scandal

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has given a “wholehearted and unequivocal” apology to the victims of the infected blood scandal and said there must be “justice and accountability” for anyone who committed “wrongdoing.” After the publication of Sir Brian Langstaff’s report into the scandal on Monday, Mr. Sunak told Parliament those affected had “waited an incredibly long time for justice and the truth.” Cabinet Office minister John Glen outlined the details of a compensation package in Parliament on Tuesday and said the first payments would be made by the end of the year. He said some victims would receive interim compensation payments of £210,000 within 90 days....