§ Mr. HancockTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security how many personnel in civilian capacities have been awarded war disablement pensions through service in the Gulf war; and to which units they were attached. [13509]
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§ Mr. DenhamOne of our key aims is that delivery of service should be simpler and more efficient. Queries on operational matters concerning the War Pensions Agency are for its Chief Executive, Mr. Kevin Caldwell. I have asked him to write to the hon. Gentleman.
Letter from K. C. Caldwell to Mr. Michael Hancock, dated 5 November 1997:
The Secretary of State for Social Security has asked me to reply to your recent Parliamentary Question about how many personnel in civilian capacities have been awarded War Disablement Pension through service in the Gulf War and to which units they were attached.No awards of War Pension have been made in respect of service by civilians in the Gulf War.The only provision for civilians in the War Pensions arena is The Personal Injuries (Civilians) Scheme. This Scheme was introduced at the outbreak of World War II under the Personal Injuries (Emergency Provisions) Act 1939 to provide for civilians who were disabled by war injuries sustained as a result of enemy action during World War II. The Scheme does not cover injuries sustained in any other conflicts.Personnel employed in a civilian capacity who do not satisfy these provisions, and who wish to claim compensation for disablement due to their employment, should approach their employers direct.I hope you find my reply helpful.