A UK government minister has admitted that more victims of the infected blood scandal may die before receiving full compensation. The scandal, described as the NHS’s worst treatment disaster, saw around 30,000 people infected with HIV or hepatitis B and C in the 1970s and 80s through contaminated blood products and transfusions. Despite an £11.8 billion fund being set aside, less than 1% has been paid out so far, with only 106 final awards made. The public inquiry revealed that the tragedy could have been avoided and highlighted evidence of a cover-up. Victims continue to call for quicker compensation, as frustration mounts over delays and mismanagement.