Benefits Advice Service

Since 1999, our benefits advice service has raised £36.8 million for over 4,000 people affected by asbestos-related conditions.

If you have been diagnosed with an Asbestos Related Condition, you may be entitled to receive some of the following government benefits. Please contact us for further advice and help to apply.

Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit (IIDB)

This can be claimed if exposure to asbestos occurred through employed work. We are highly experienced in this area and can assist you with the application.

Personal Independence Payment (PIP) and Attendance Allowance

PIP is awarded with two components – mobility and living. PIP and Attendance Allowance are essentially the same benefit. PIP can be claimed if you are aged under 65 and require assistance with your personal care. If you are aged over 65 and need help with personal care, the benefit is called Attendance Allowance and that can be claimed instead.

Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)

ESA replaces Incapacity Benefit & Income Support, previously paid on incapacity grounds and is also available if you are in employment.

Constant Attendance Allowance (CAA)

You can claim Constant Attendance Allowance if you get Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit and you need daily care and attention because of a disability. How much you get depends on the extent of your disability and the amount of care you need.

Workers’ Compensation Act 1979 / 2008 Diffuse Mesothelioma Payment

You and your family may also be entitled to a ‘lump sum’ benefit from the Government.

Carer’s Allowance

If someone helps look after you then, once PIP or Attendance Allowance is received, your carer may also be entitled to Carer’s Allowance.

Blue Badge

You may be entitled to a Blue Badge. We can apply for this for you.