HC Deb 03 December 1979 vol 975 cc25-6W
Mr. Alec Jones

asked the Secretary of State for Employment when he will lay before the House regulations under the Pneumoconiosis etc. (Workers' Compensation) Act 1979.

Mr. Mayhew

I will reply to the right hon. Gentleman as soon as possible.

Mr. John Morris

asked the Secretary of State for Employment how many pay- ments have so far been made in respect of claims under the Pneumoconiosis etc. (Workers' Compensation) Act 1979; how many claims have so far been received; and when is it expected that these will be paid.

Mr. Mayhew

I will reply to the right hon. and learned Gentleman as soon as possible.