The Scottish Redress Scheme was established in response to historical cases of abuse and mistreatment that occurred within care settings in Scotland.

The need for such a scheme arose from a recognition of the profound and lasting impact of abuse on individuals who, as children, were under the care of institutions or facilities.

The scheme aims to acknowledge the suffering endured by survivors, providing them with a formal process to seek compensation and receive an apology.

The implementation of the Scottish Redress Scheme reflects a commitment to addressing past wrongs, fostering accountability, and offering support to those who experienced abuse in care settings.

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Who can apply?

If you faced childhood abuse whilst in Scottish care, whether it was physical, sexual, emotional or neglect, we may be able to help you.

You can also apply if you are the next of kin of a survivor of abuse who is now deceased. Compensation is payable through the Scottish Redress Scheme which applies to abuse that happened prior to 1st December 2004, when the survivor was in a care setting and below the age of 18.  

A ‘care setting’ is a place or an institution where children are looked after by people who are not their family. This includes most children’s homes, schools, care facilities, secure accommodation boarded-out and foster homes.

There are 2 types of applications for Scotland’s Redress Scheme. You can apply for either:

  • a fixed rate payment of £10,000, or
  • an individually assessed payment of up to £100,000

How do I apply?

You can apply by email or by post

For further information go to: www.mygov.scot/apply-for-scotlands-redress-scheme/how-to-apply

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Do I need a solicitor to help me apply? It’s your choice and right to use a solicitor to support you through the application process.

Scotland’s Redress Scheme will pay the fees for a solicitor to help you do this therefore you will receive 100% of your compensation awarded.

A solicitor can:

  • help you complete your application and draft a supporting statement which will be used to determine your award of damages.
  • give you independent legal advice

explain your options if you receive a payment offer. There have been instances where claims have been rejected or the award value of compensation is lower than expected due to, the supporting statemen not detailing the abuse/ impact  on the individual sufficiently.

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At Hugh James we have many years’ experience of helping victims and survivors successfully obtain compensation under redress schemes including:

  1. Jersey Redress Scheme
  2. Les Chenes
  3. Northern Ireland
  4. Jesus Army
  5. Lambeth

We pride ourselves in adding value to the survivor’s application for redress by ensuring the best case is put forward, and by negotiating a just settlement.

This is what survivors say about us:

“I am glad that there are people like you in the world”

“I'm crying some sad some Happy tears. Thank you so much for your help.”

“Kind supportive & effective. Quality professional service”

Due to the lengthy process of the redress scheme, it is important that you do apply sooner rather than later.

It is important for survivors to be made aware of their legal options. They may have potential civil claims that could be pursued. Survivors need to aware the potential impact on a civil claim if applying for redress. These can sometimes be complex legal issues and it is essential for the survivor to obtain specialist legal advice.

At Hugh James we do not charge for giving that advice, and we do not take fees from the survivor’s compensation paid under the Scottish Redress Scheme.

If you would like to speak to a member of our team confidentially, you can call on 0808 101 2629 or visit our website.

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