Tag #Compensation

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Netherlands Nears Nationwide Firework Ban

The Netherlands is on the verge of a nationwide consumer firework ban, with a parliamentary vote scheduled for next Tuesday; compensation estimates vary widely, from 0-150 million euros (state secretary) to 895 million euros (Pyrotechnics Netherlands).

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Responsible Consumption and Production
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Dutch Fireworks Industry Demands €895 Million in Compensation Amidst Potential Nationwide Ban

The Dutch fireworks industry demands €895 million in compensation if a nationwide ban is implemented, while the government estimates costs at €100-150 million for an immediate ban; the VVD conditionally supports the ban, demanding an effective enforcement plan and compensation.

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Windrush Compensation Case Overturned: Legal Error Cited

A landmark ruling has ordered the reconsideration of a Windrush compensation claim wrongly rejected by the Home Office due to a legal misinterpretation, potentially impacting other victims of the scandal.

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Japanese Man Awarded $1.4 Million After 44 Years on Death Row

Iwao Hakamata, a former Japanese boxer, spent 44 years on death row for a 1966 quadruple murder before being acquitted last year after DNA evidence proved his innocence; a court awarded him $1.4 million in compensation.

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Debate Rages Over Seizing Frozen Russian Assets to Aid Ukraine

Poland, the UK, and the Baltic states urge seizing approximately €274 billion in frozen Russian assets to aid Ukraine, while France, Germany, and Belgium oppose it due to legal concerns and potential market instability; the legality of seizure under international law is debated.

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Reduced Inequality
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Denied Compensation: Miscarriage of Justice Highlights Flawed UK System

Brian Buckle, wrongly convicted of sexual offences in 2017 and acquitted in 2023, was denied compensation by the Ministry of Justice due to a 2014 law change requiring him to prove his innocence "beyond a reasonable doubt", resulting in a 93% rejection rate since 2016 for such applications. This has...

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Dutch Fireworks Industry Demands €895 Million Compensation Amidst Impending Nationwide Ban

The Dutch fireworks industry demands €895 million in compensation if a nationwide ban is implemented, with the VVD conditionally supporting the ban alongside an effective enforcement plan, allowance for organized displays, and compensation; the government estimates compensation at €100-150 million f...

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Infected Blood Scandal: Victims Dying While Awaiting Compensation

The UK government allocated £11.8bn to compensate victims of the infected blood scandal, but victims are dying at a rate of two per week while awaiting payment; only 18 people have received compensation so far.

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Record Compensation Awarded to Japanese Man Wrongfully Imprisoned for 45 Years

A Japanese court awarded Iwao Hakamada, wrongly imprisoned for 45 years, a record 217 million yen in compensation for his wrongful conviction, due to falsified evidence presented by the prosecution, highlighting systemic issues in Japan's justice system.

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Thuringia Launches "De-sealing Fund" to Offset Construction"

Thuringia, Germany, will launch a "de-sealing fund" in 2025 using "10 million euros" from a lawsuit to offset new construction by restoring an equal area of land, aiming for net-zero land sealing, with the Thuringian Land Company managing the process.

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First Horizon Scandal Victim Sues Post Office and Fujitsu

Lee Castleton, a former sub-postmaster wrongly convicted due to faulty Horizon software, is suing the Post Office and Fujitsu for compensation, alleging fraud and withheld evidence in a case highlighting the scandal's systemic issues.

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Groningen Earthquake Damage Repair Improves, But Reinforcement Concerns Remain

A survey of 1301 Groningen residents reveals an improvement in earthquake damage repair, reaching 89% completion, and increased satisfaction (7/10), attributed to a new €10,000 fixed compensation for minor damage. However, dissatisfaction persists regarding house reinforcement due to delays and uncl...

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