asked the Secretary of State for Social Services how many people are currently receiving benefit under the Workmen's Compensation (Supplementation) Scheme 1982 on account of industrial injuries incurred before 1 January 1924; what is the average weekly payment in each case; and what is the total annual expenditure.

There are currently 123 beneficiaries receiving benefit under the Workmen's Compensation (Supplementation) Scheme as a result of injuries at work before 1 January 1924. The annual cost of the benefits payable is £152,115 and the average weekly payment is £23·78.