Pat Rabbitte
Question:120 Mr. Rabbitte asked the Minister for Defence the number of Army deafness claims that remain outstanding; when he expects these to be dealt with; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [6705/05]
View answerTuesday, 1 March 2005
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On 31 January 2005 there was a total of 1,290 army hearing loss claims still outstanding. It is hoped that these claims can be disposed of this year subject to the plaintiffs' solicitors having these claims listed for court. It should be noted, however, that a small number of new hearing loss claims are still being received in my Department each month.