PLEURAL PLAQUES CASES MUST NOW GO AHEAD

INSURERS MUST END LEGAL DELAYS

The Supreme Court’s decision to reject insurance companies attempts to block compensation for people suffering from exposure to asbestos has been welcomed by SNP MSPs.

The SNP Government and Scottish Parliament passed legislation to allow compensation but court challenges from insurance companies have meant cases have been put on hold or sidelined while the insurance companies tried to overturn Scottish Parliament legislation.

Stuart McMillan MSP who supported the bill and worked with the campaigners added

“I welcome the announcement from the Supreme Court that the insurance companies case to overturn the Damages Act has failed.

“This decision is an important victory for common sense and I now hope those who suffer from pleural plaques can receive the justice they so rightfully deserve.

“Clydeside Action on Asbestos deserves tremendous credit for their efforts campaigning for justice for the many sufferers of asbestos related conditions in Scotland.”