Scotland to introduce new asbestos law in June
May 5, 2009
People suffering from pleural plaques after being exposed to asbestos will be able to seek redress in Scotland from June 17th, it has been revealed.
In news which may interest those considering asbestos training, community safety minister Fergus Ewing noted that the Damages (Asbestos-related Conditions) (Scotland) Act was given Royal Assent and will come into force over the summer.
Commenting on the development, Mr Ewing said that asbestos has long been know to be a deadly substance, although some employers failed to put the appropriate protective measures in place.
He explained: "The implementation of this legislation will ensure recognition, compensation and justice are not denied to those of our fellow citizens who, through no fault of their own, have sustained an asymptomatic asbestos-related injury."
The minister also pointed out that there was "overwhelming support" for the Scottish parliament's decision to over-rule the House of Lords judgement to exempt people with pleural plaques from asbestos compensation.
Last week, the Health and Safety Executive revealed it will join forces with industry partners to hold asbestos training events for small construction businesses in South Yorkshire and the Humber.
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In news which may interest those considering asbestos training, community safety minister Fergus Ewing noted that the Damages (Asbestos-related Conditions) (Scotland) Act was given Royal Assent and will come into force over the summer.
Commenting on the development, Mr Ewing said that asbestos has long been know to be a deadly substance, although some employers failed to put the appropriate protective measures in place.
He explained: "The implementation of this legislation will ensure recognition, compensation and justice are not denied to those of our fellow citizens who, through no fault of their own, have sustained an asymptomatic asbestos-related injury."
The minister also pointed out that there was "overwhelming support" for the Scottish parliament's decision to over-rule the House of Lords judgement to exempt people with pleural plaques from asbestos compensation.
Last week, the Health and Safety Executive revealed it will join forces with industry partners to hold asbestos training events for small construction businesses in South Yorkshire and the Humber.
Find out more about Asbestos
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