VIEWS are being sought on plans to replace the UK Government’s industrial injuries scheme in Scotland.
The Scottish Government said that its proposed replacement benefit would better meet the needs of the modern workforce and be more reflective of occupational health and employment.
A newly launched consultation will gather thoughts on how the Scottish Government’s proposed employment injury assistance should be delivered and the next steps in introducing the benefit.
Cabinet secretary for social justice Shirley-Anne Somerville said, “The industrial injuries scheme was introduced in 1948 and it does not account for many of the injuries and diseases common in the modern workforce.
“We know that the outdated eligibility criteria for the industrial injuries scheme does not account for the injuries and illnesses that are most likely to affect people today. This is especially true for women, young people, and people from an ethnic minority group.
“We want to hear a broad range of views on the approach we should take to delivering employment injury assistance, and I would encourage individuals and stakeholders to respond to our consultation.”
Click here to access the consultation.
