Church of England Redress Scheme
If you have been the victim of abuse you could be eligible for compensation
The Church of England is introducing a redress scheme for survivors of abuse within the Church.
The scheme is being set up as part of the Church’s response to criticism and findings made by The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA). One of the IICSA’s investigations focused on abuse within the Anglican Church.
The scheme is still in its developmental stages, with updates regularly being published. We will keep this page updated as further news about the scheme comes in.
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Church of England Redress Scheme
If you have been a victim of abuse you may be eligible for compensation
The Church of England is introducing a redress scheme for survivors of abuse within the Church.
The scheme is being set up as part of the Church’s response to criticism and findings made by The Independent Inquiry into Child Sexual Abuse (IICSA). One of the IICSA’s investigations focused on abuse within the Anglican Church.
The scheme is still in its developmental stages, with updates regularly being published. We will keep this page updated as further news about the scheme comes in.
Get in touch today
Who will be able to claim under the scheme?
At AbuseClaims.co.uk, our team of seasoned legal experts are here to guide you through the best course of action for pursuing your claim.
With extensive experience and knowledge handling sensitive cases, we are committed to providing the support you need for a successful outcome.
We work on a No-Win, No-Fee basis, so you won’t pay any fees unless your claim is successful.
You will have a dedicated advisor who will manage your claim from start to finish, providing regular updates to ensure the process is as smooth and stress-free as possible.
How much compensation will I be able to claim?
It is predicted that monetary awards under the scheme could range from £5,000-£600,000.
How will the Scheme work?
The current proposals are for the scheme to have a four-stage framework:
- Stage 1 – Application assessed according to the type of abuse with awards ranging between £5,000-£150,000
- Stage 2 – Any aggravating factors will be considered, which could result in the stage one award being increased by up to 100%
- Stage 3 – The impact of the abuse on the applicant will be considered and could add between £10.000 and £250,000 the award
- Stage 4 – In rare circumstances, there may be a further 20% uplift
Will there be any other help available under the Church of England Redress Scheme?
Yes. The Church has indicated that along with monetary compensation, applicants may also be able to obtain:
- Therapeutic, spiritual and emotional support
- Acknowledgement of wrongdoing on the part of the Church
- An apology
How long will I have to claim under the scheme?
It is proposed that once the scheme opens it will run for a five-year period.
How can I claim even if the scheme is not yet open?
Whilst the Scheme is not yet open for applications, we are happy to advise you now and discuss your potential eligibility to claim compensation under the scheme.
We can get your case ready so as soon as the scheme opens we can put your application in promptly.
I suffered abuse within the Church but not the Church of England – can I still claim?
This scheme will specifically be for those who suffered abuse within the Anglican Church.
If you have suffered abuse within another religious organisation or setting, you may still be able to claim compensation and you can contact our specialist team for advice.
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