Thomas Gould (Cork North-Central, Sinn Fein)
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621. To ask the Tánaiste and Minister for Justice and Equality whether the compensation for victims of crime covers funeral costs; and if not, whether there is a scheme to cover funeral costs in these circumstances and whether multiple claims can be made. [65250/25]

Jim O'Callaghan (Dublin Bay South, Fianna Fail)
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The Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme is in place to help those who have suffered personal injuries as a result of a violent crime committed against them. The Scheme is administered by the Criminal Injuries Compensation Tribunal which is independent in making decisions on individual applications and in its decisions on appeals.

The Scheme continues to play an important and significant role in providing practical support by way of monetary compensation to victims of violent crime. The Tribunal will consider claims for compensation under the Scheme from:

• The injured person (the victim);
• Persons claiming on behalf of the victim in circumstances where they are responsible for the victim’s maintenance, and they have experienced material losses as a result of the victim’s injuries;
• Dependents of the victim in fatal cases where the victim has died, including costs of funeral and burial expenses.