Silicosis
The question
To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, whether he plans to make silicosis a reportable disease under the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013.
Answered by Sir Stephen Timms
On 7 April 2026, the Health and Safety Executive launched a consultation seeking views on expanding the requirements in the Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurrences Regulations 2013, including reintroducing reports of pneumoconiosis, which includes silicosis. The consultation remains live until 30 June.
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