§ Mr. Skinnerasked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many claims for occupational asthma have been awarded since March 1982.
§ Mr. NewtonBetween March 1982 and December 1983, the latest date for which figures are available, there were 278 successful claims for disablement benefit for occupational asthma.
§ Mr. Skinnerasked the Secretary of State for Social Services whether he will take steps to publicise the classification of occupational asthma as a prescribed industrial disease; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. NewtonWe have drawn the occupational asthma scheme to the attention of employers' associations, trade unions and other relevant organisations. We are preparing a poster for display in the work place, in clinics and surgeries and by self-help and advisory organisations.