Total funding for victims of crime scheme may be 'exhausted' by end of March, officials warn Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan
Briefly

The article highlights the ongoing struggles of the crime victim compensation scheme, noting that despite a budget increase from €5 million to €7.5 million for 2025, claims are expected to exceed available funds by a substantial margin. Additionally, the International Protection Appeals Tribunal is experiencing a surge in appeals, primarily driven by the rising number of decisions from the International Protection Office. This unprecedented increase poses serious challenges, prompting concerns about the tribunal's capacity and future funding needs.
Despite an increase in funding for the crime compensation scheme, claims are projected to exceed the budget significantly, raising concerns about future allocations.
The International Protection Appeals Tribunal is facing an unprecedented influx of appeals, largely due to increased decisions from the IPO, stressing the need for more 'decision makers'.
Read at Irish Independent
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