Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority
December 22
14:33
2023
The terrorist attack in Paris, France on 2 December 2022 has been designated as an act of terrorism by The Secretary of State for the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO).
Applications can be made to theCriminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA)under theVictims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme 2012 (VOTCS)by those victims injured, or the families of those killed, in the attack. You can get more information in CICAsguide to the VOTCS.
You do not need a paid representative, such as a solicitor or claims management company, to apply for compensation.
Free independent advice may be available from Victim Support or other charitable organisations. You can get support as a victim o