scheme

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But the scheme has been criticised as placing a further burden on the public purse, and forcing applicants to go through a humiliating process to "prove" they are experiencing hardship.

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The compensation scheme will award each eligible claimant damages of £200,000, though victims who agree to be assessed by a consultant psychiatrist could receive up to £385,000 in compensation plus treatment costs.

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"I encourage artists from all over the country to apply to ensure that those selected for the scheme represent the broadest range of artists practicing in Ireland today."

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"In the grand scheme of things, we take the point, dust ourselves down a little bit and assess it," he said.

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The UK has a similar, voluntary reporting scheme, but shadow fleet vessels often ignore it or alter course when challenged.

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