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Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit

Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB) can be claimed when a disease such as asbestosis, diffuse mesothelioma or pleural thickening, amongst others, has been caused by worked in certain occupations.

Who can claim?

In order to claim IIDB you must:-

• Have contracted your disease due to employment on or after 5th July 1948;

• Have been an employed earner, i.e. you must have been gainfully employed in Great Britain and liable to pay income tax on your salary, wages or fees.

 

You cannot claim IIDB if:-

• Your disease was not contracted due to employment;

• Your disease was contracted when you were self employed;

• Your disease was contracted due to employment with the HM forces;

• Your disease was contracted outside of the UK (however there are exceptions, contact your local JobCentre Plus if you are unsure whether you can claim).

 

How much will I get?

The amount you receive depends on your age and how much your disease affects or disables you. You will be assessed by a doctor who will decide on the severity of your disability due to your disease.

The table below offers a guide to the amount you may receive:

Assessed level of disablement	Weekly amount
100%	£143.60
90%	£129.24
80%	£114.88
70%	£100.52
60%	£86.16
50%	£71.80
40%	£57.44
30%	£43.08
20%	£28.72

Please note this table is only to be used as a guide.

How is it paid?

IIDB is paid weekly, once every 4 weeks or once every 13 weeks depending on your preference. It is paid directly into your bank, building society, Post Office or National Savings account.

When should I claim?

If you think you have a disease that has been caused by your job you should claim IIDB as soon as possible.

If you have any medical evidence in support of your claim you should send this with your application but do not delay your claim by waiting for medical evidence.

If you delay your claim you may lose some benefits. The date of your claim is classed as the date your fully completed claim form is received by a JobCentre Plus or social security office so you should complete and send the form as soon as possible.

How do I claim?

You can get an application form from your regional Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit office or you can download a form from this website

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/DisabledPeople/FinancialSupport/OtherBenefitsAndSupport/DG_10016183

Alternatively we are happy to assist with any queries you may have, telephone us on 01244 312306 and ask to speak to a member of the Industrial Disease Department.

 

Other benefits

You may be entitled to receive other benefits such as Constant Attendance Allowance, Exceptionally Severe Disablement Allowance, Reduced Earnings Allowance, Retirement Allowance or a payment under the Pneumoconiosis etc (Workers’ Compensation) Act 1979. Contact your local Jobcentre Plus for further details on these benefits.

 

Useful Links

 

For more information and advice click on one of links below:

 

British Lung Foundation	The British Lung Foundation is the only UK charity working for everyone affected by lung disease. For help and advice on diseases such as Mesothelioma and Asbestos Lunch Cancer.
Macmillan Cancer Support	Provide practical, medical, emotional and financial support and push for better cancer care
Mesothelioma UK	Funded by Macmillan Cancer Relief provides info & resources for patients and families including causes, diagnosis, treatment options and clinical trials.
MyWavelength.com	Get help & advice from like minded people.
June Hancock Research Fund	Charity in memory of June Hancock also providing help & advice.
Oliver & Co Solicitors	Our company website.