Opening of victims' pension scheme delayed over medical guidance
Justice Minister Naomi Long said preparatory work is under way to open the scheme for applications as planned
Rebecca Black, PA
01 March, 2021 17:40
The opening of a payment scheme for those seriously injured in the Troubles is to be delayed by a number of weeks, the Assembly heard.
Justice Minister Naomi Long said preparatory work is under way to open the scheme for applications as planned.
However she said there may be a delay of a number of weeks to allow for guidance around medical assessments to be provided to applicants.
Ms Long was asked about progress during Justice Minister questions by Independent MLA Trevor Lunn.