Windrush Compensation Scheme: full rules

The guidance has been updated to reflect change from independent person to the Windrush commissioner.

Updated in line with the changes to the Windrush Compensation Scheme announced in October 2025.

Updates to part 2 (eligibility), paragraph 3.1 (apology), paragraph 6.2 (making a claim) and annex D (loss of access to employment).

Updated paragraph 2.6 of the PDF version of the guidance to be in line with the accessible version. A close family member of a primary claimant is eligible to claim compensation under paragraph 3.10 and Annex J (living costs), as well as under paragraphs 3.8 and 3.9.

Guidance updated to reflect policy changes.

Updated with amendments to the rules at sections 2.10, 6.21 to 6.23 and 10.3.

Updated guidance.

Accessible (HTML) version added.

New rules published to coincide with announced changes to the scheme.

Updated “Definitions” section.

Updated guidance.

Updated full rules document.

Updated guidance.

First published.