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Post by Frenchie on Jun 6, 2009 0:25:08 GMT 1
Ex-servicemen who took part in nuclear tests in the 1950s have won the right to sue the government for compensation. More than 1,000 men say they and their families have suffered ill-health following the nuclear tests conducted in the South Pacific. The ruling by the High Court means the government could face its largest class action yet, for millions of pounds. The servicemen's solicitor, Neil Sampson, urged the government to settle the case out of court. The Ministry of Defence argued that the claims were made too late. The men want compensation for illnesses, including cancer, skin defects and fertility problems which they claim are the result of exposure to radiation during nuclear bomb testing. BBC Report >>
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bigstevie
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Post by bigstevie on Jun 7, 2009 18:39:25 GMT 1
NOW they can sue, now that the wait for permission to do so has taken as many as possible out through their illnesses. The very best of luck to them, and their solicitor is perhaps right in his suggestion. A reasonable sum now, to enjoy, is better than a possible larger amount later but with less time to enjoy it.
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