The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme is open for applications until 31st August 2026.
The deadline for applications that will be considered for a back-dated payment from 2014 is 31st August 2024.
You can apply online at www.victimpaymentsboard.org.uk. Detailed guidance on applying for the Scheme is also available on this website.
What is the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme?
The Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme is administered by the Victims’ Payments Board. It seeks to acknowledge the harm suffered by those permanently injured in the Troubles and promote reconciliation between people in connection with Northern Ireland’s troubled past.
It recognises the impact of living with a permanent disablement including the financial impact on individuals and their families.
The Scheme provides payments to those who currently suffer from permanent disablement (either physical or psychological) as a result of an injury caused, through no fault of their own, in an incident related to the NI Troubles.
Further information on the eligibility for payment is available at www.victimspaymentboard.org.uk.
Support for making an application
The following organisations have dedicated TPDPS Welfare teams who provide free advice and support in relation to the Troubles Permanent Disablement Payment Scheme.
If you would like to avail of this, please contact one of the below organisations directly, or alternatively, you can call us on: 02890 279 100 to make a referral on your behalf.
The Ashton Centre
T: 02890742255
E: BOHpension@ashtoncentre.com
Relatives for Justice (RF)
T: 02896949327
E: injuredscheme@relativesforjustice.com
The Ely Centre
T: 02866320977
South East Fermanagh Foundation (SEFF)
T:02867723884
WAVE
T: 02890779922
Please note: you do not need a paid representative such as a solicitor or claims management company to apply to this Scheme. If you choose paid representation, the Victims’ Payments Board cannot meet the cost of this and you will have to meet these costs yourself.