About Us

The Compensation Agency was established in April 1992 to support the victims of violent crime by providing compensation to those who sustain loss as a result of actions taken under emergency provisions legislation. We carry out this work on behalf of the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland. - Please view our current Organisation Structure .

Our charter includes the administration of the criminal injuries, criminal damages, and Terrorism Act 2000 compensation schemes and we operate these schemes in accordance with our framework document and corporate and business plan.

We recognise the trauma and difficulties suffered by victims of violent crime and we aim to provide you with a service which is efficient, sensitive and confidential.