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flag UK victims push for CICA reform after years-long delays and inconsistent payouts, with MPs urging change amid rising complaints.

flag Calls are mounting for a major reform of the UK’s Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) after victims report the process worsens trauma due to delays, complexity, and inconsistent outcomes. flag Some wait over five years for decisions, nearly 20% wait more than two years, and over a third of appealed cases are overturned. flag Complaints have more than doubled. flag The Ministry of Justice cites record application volumes and says it is hiring staff and improving communication. flag Twelve Labour MPs, including Laurence Turner and Natalie Queiroz—now West Midlands victims commissioner and a stabbing survivor—support a Private Member’s Bill for a fundamental review. flag Both criticize the system’s demanding self-assessments, strict deadlines, and emotional toll, with Queiroz advocating for unborn children to be included in compensation. flag The government has not acted on a five-year-old consultation.

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