United Kingdom · Question · Written question
UIN 5635
Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit: Silicosis
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1 June 2026
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22 June 2026 · Answer
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22 June 2026
Summary
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether he plans to fast-track Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit claims for workers diagnosed with advanced silicosis in line with arrangements for mesothelioma sufferers.
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1 June 2026
Written question
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether he plans to fast-track Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit claims for workers diagnosed with advanced silicosis in line with arrangements for mesothelioma sufferers.
Source: Commons
22 June 2026
Answer
The Department recognises the serious impact that silicosis can have on those affected and their families. We are carefully considering the recommendations from the Industrial Injuries Advisory Council on silicosis, including how best to identify and prio...
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- Official source: https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-questions/detail/2026-06-01/5635
- Open data entity: https://questions-statements-api.parliament.uk/api/writtenquestions/questions/1910706
- uk · wq-1910706 · source updated 22 June 2026