PART 2Operation of the redress scheme

Functions in relation to the redress scheme

I113Principle of dignity, respect and compassion

1

The Scottish Ministers, Redress Scotland, scheme contributors and other relevant persons must, in exercising functions conferred on them under or by virtue of this Act, have regard to the principle that the following persons should be treated with dignity, respect and compassion—

a

persons who have made, or have decided to make, an application for a redress payment,

b

persons who are, or may be, considering making such an application,

c

persons who are being or are eligible to be provided with support by virtue of arrangements made under section 90,

d

persons who have requested or may be considering requesting reimbursement of costs and expenses by virtue of regulations under section 91,

e

nominated beneficiaries.

2

For the purpose of subsection (1), “other relevant persons” are persons on whom functions are conferred under or by virtue of this Act, other than—

a

the Scottish Ministers, Redress Scotland and scheme contributors, and

b

persons mentioned in paragraphs (a) to (e) of subsection (1).