Infected blood

The Infected Blood Inquiry (IBI)

The IBI is examined why potentially-infected blood transfusions and blood products were given to patients by the NHS in the 1970s and 1980s. It mainly focused on the transmission of hepatitis C and HIV before effective screening tests were available.

It assessed the impact on their families, how the authorities responded, and the care and support provided to those infected and their families, carers and loved ones.

The findings of the inquiry were published in 2024.

Because of the inquiry, financial compensation is now available for people who were infected, or affected, by infected blood. Access to psychological support is also available. 

If you have been affected by the IBI, visit the Infected Blood Inquiry website for more information about the support available, or talk to staff at the Haemophilia centre. 

Infected Blood Support Scheme

This scheme supports people historically infected with hepatitis C or HIV from NHS blood or blood products. It also supports families, civil partners and long-term partners, if they have suffered a bereavement as a result of a family member receiving contaminated blood.

You can read more about the Infected Blood Support Scheme.