Ministers in the UK are under fire as allegations emerge that crucial documents related to the contaminated blood scandal were deliberately destroyed. Victims of the tragedy, which saw thousands infected with HIV and hepatitis C through NHS treatments in the 1970s and 1980s, are demanding answers—and justice.
The £5bn Scandal
The government is facing mounting pressure to explain why key evidence may have been 'nuked'—a term used to describe the systematic deletion of files. Campaigners claim this was an attempt to avoid paying out an estimated £5bn in compensation to those affected.
Decades of Suffering
Over 30,000 people were infected with life-threatening diseases due to contaminated blood products, many of whom have since died. Survivors and families have fought for decades for recognition and financial redress, only to face what they describe as a 'wall of silence' from officials.
Calls for Transparency
With a public inquiry into the scandal ongoing, campaigners are urging ministers to release all remaining documents and provide full transparency. 'The truth must come out,' said one victim. 'We’ve waited long enough.'
What Happens Next?
As legal battles intensify, the government could be forced to disclose further records—potentially exposing who knew what, and when. For the victims, this isn’t just about money; it’s about accountability.
