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NATIONAL Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority Freephone Helpline: 0800 358 3601 www.cica.gov.uk The Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority is a Non-Departmental Public Body which administers the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme throughout England, Scotland and Wales. Since its introduction in 1964, it has provided some tangible acknowledgement of society's sympathy for innocent victims of violent crime or those injured trying to apprehend criminals or prevent a crime. Criminal Justice System: compensation www.cjsonline.gov.uk/victim/compensation Useful website providing information about claiming compensation. ENGLAND & WALES Community Legal Advice Tel: 0845 345 4345 www.clsdirect.org.uk This website offers free, confidential and independent legal advice for residents of England and Wales. Advicenow www.advicenow.org.uk Advicenow is an independent, not-for-profit website providing accurate, up-to-date information on rights and legal issues. |