Contaminated Blood
Debate between Jim McMahon and Diana Johnson
Tuesday 11th July 2017
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Diana Johnson
The hon. Gentleman makes an important point, and I certainly agree.
Jim McMahon (Oldham West and Royton) (Lab/Co-op)
I pay tribute to the hon. Lady for her outstanding leadership on this important issue. My constituent Alex Smith has been affected by contaminated blood. A great deal has been said about the Government response and the potential criminal cover-up, but there is also the immoral way in which the victims have been treated and the payments they receive. Many are living in absolute destitution and poverty as a result of Government penny-pinching, which should form part of the review.
Diana Johnson
My hon. Friend is correct. We need to look carefully at the support that has been provided for this group, and at what should be provided in the future.