HC Deb 06 December 1993 vol 234 c119W
Mr. Foulkes

To ask the Secretary of State for Social Security how many applications have been assessed for the disability allowance for chronic bronchitis and emphysema; and, of those assessed, how many have been successful.

Mr. Scott

As at 28 November 1993, about 9,000 cases had had all necessary employment and medical inquiries completed, and of these about 1,100 will receive an award of industrial injuries disablement benefit.