§ Mr. ByersTo ask the Secretary of State for Social Security if he will amend the relevant regulations to allow claims for vibration white finger in circumstances where the claimant has been mainly working with wood; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ScottThere are no plans at present to amend the industrial injuries benefit regulations relating to claims for vibration white finger. The Industrial Injuries Advisory Council is currently studying the scientific evidence relating to hand/arm vibration syndrome, which includes vibration white finger, and will report in due course.