Written question asked by Michael Clapham (Labour) on Thursday, 8 February 2001, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 6 March 2001. It was answered by Melanie Johnson (Labour) on Tuesday, 6 March 2001 on behalf of the Treasury.

Treasury

Question: To ask Mr Chancellor of the Exchequer, what steps he is taking to ensure that pre-1972 cases held by Chester Street Holdings are protected; and if he will make a statement.

Answer: Mr. Clapham: To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer what steps he is taking to ensure that pre-1972 cases held by Chester Street Holdings Limited are protected; and if he will make a statement. [150324] Miss Melanie Johnson: It is important to remember that it is the employer who holds the policy with Chester Street Insurance Holdings Limited not the employee, and the employer remains liable for claims made against them by their employees or former employees. The Government are aware of the issue raised by pre-1972 cases and are considering this issue carefully.

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