Andrew Malkinson still not compensated three years after release
Mr Malkinson served 17 years in jail for a rape he did not commit.
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- Andy Malkinson was formally cleared of the rape conviction in July 2023 by the Court of Appeal after new DNA evidence and other issues led to quashing his conviction, ending a wrongful 17-year imprisonment mismatch. Since then, he has pursued compensation and publicly discussed the delays and frustrations around obtaining government compensation, with interim payments and ongoing claims referenced in early 2025 coverage.[3][4][5][6]
Context and recent developments
- Following his acquittal, Andy Malkinson has spoken about the impact of the miscarriage of justice, including the long gap between release and receipt of compensation, and he has sought interim financial arrangements to manage expenses during the process. The government and related bodies have acknowledged the miscarriage of justice and commitment to consider compensation, though progress has been slow in some reports.[4][3]
- In 2025 there were reports that he received at least an interim compensation arrangement and that his case highlighted ongoing concerns about the compensation scheme and disclosure failures contributing to the original wrongful conviction.[2][3]
- Media coverage around late 2024 and early 2025 framed his situation as a correction of a grave injustice, with organizations like APPEAL continuing to document his case and the broader implications for wrongful convictions and redress mechanisms.[6][7]
Key sources you can review
- BBC reports on Malkinson’s vindication and ongoing compensation issues.[3][4]
- APPEAL and Manchester Evening News coverage detailing the aftermath, compensation processes, and statements from his representatives.[5][6]
- Independent reporting on compensation payouts and related discussions around caps and interim payments.[8]
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