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minerscompensation.txt
20th
January
2004
Black Country Miner? Compensation Deadline Draws Near
Are you an ex-miner whose health has been affected by his/her work environment?
Or do you have friends or family who were?
The Government's compensation scheme for miners afflicted by lung disease or Vibration White Finger
has a cut off date of 31st March 2004. More than 150,000 former miners, their children and grandchildren
have received payment so far, and it is important that people who feel they have a claim contact a solicitor
or their union as soon as possible.
For further scheme information visit
www.dti.gov.uk/coalhealth/, or for help
regarding coal dust related respiratory diseases call 0800 0282 138.
newsdesk@yampy.co.uk.
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