The government has announced a further £600,000 in funding to help victims of the Windrush scandal navigate the compensation claims process, extending vital

advocacy support for another year.

The money represents the second year of the three-year, £1.5 million Windrush Compensation Advocacy Support Fund (WCASF), which was launched in April last year. The fund was created to ensure people affected by the scandal are not left to face the claims process alone.

Many Windrush victims have said that reliving past experiences — including wrongful detention, loss of employment, and threats of deportation — makes applying for compensation emotionally overwhelming. As a result, some have struggled to complete or progress their claims without specialist help.

The advocacy support scheme aims to address this by providing trained advocates who understand claimants’ cultural backgrounds and lived experiences. Advocates work closely with individuals to help them tell their stories clearly, gather supporting evidence, and access other services where needed. Crucially, the scheme is designed to create a trusted and supportive environment for those who have lost confidence in official systems.

The continuation of the fund follows what the Home Office has described as a successful first year, with community organisations playing a key role in reaching and supporting affected individuals.

Minister for Migration and Citizenship, Mike Tapp MP said: “We know too many Windrush victims find navigating the compensation claim process alone complex and traumatic.

That’s why we set up a fund to provide dedicated support so victims can receive the justice they deserve.

After a successful first year, I am delighted to announce we are providing another £600,000 so this support can continue to be delivered by community organisations”.

The Windrush scandal emerged after long-standing UK residents — many of whom arrived from Caribbean countries decades ago — were wrongly classified as illegal immigrants. The consequences were devastating. People lost jobs and homes, were denied healthcare and benefits, faced detention or removal, and experienced serious financial hardship and mental health issues.

The advocacy fund forms part of the government’s wider Plan for Change and delivers on a manifesto pledge to work more closely with communities affected by the scandal.

Virtual information sessions for organisations interested in applying for funding will take place on 15 and 23 January 2026. Organisations can register by emailing: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Applications must be submitted through the Find and Apply Grant portal by 5pm on 6 February 2026. Photo by Steve Cadman, Wikimedia commons.