News · 17 January 2026
Unethical Research Victims' Compensation Sparks Outrage; Seen as Ridiculous
Victims of unethical research, including boys infected with HIV and hepatitis at Lord Mayor's Treloar's College, are protesting the compensation offered by the government, calling it inadequate. Gary Webster, representing 122 children with haemophilia who attended the college, voiced strong disapproval. The situation has drawn public attention and criticism, with discussions spreading across social media platforms like X and Facebook. The proposed compensation is being widely described as 'ridiculous'.
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