'Dad would still be here if not for asbestos' - The government has paid out more than £40m in compensation for asbestos-related illnesses in Northern Ireland since 2011, BBC News NI can reveal.
The government has paid out more than £40m in compensation for asbestos-related illnesses in Northern Ireland since 2011, BBC News NI can reveal.At its height it employed more than 30,000 people, with the Titanic its best-known vessel.
Asbestos was used in building materials until it was discovered that inhalation of fibres could cause cancers. It is only considered dangerous when moved or disturbed. Although the ship-building tradition is linked to most claims, figures obtained under the Freedom of Information Act show that £5.8m has also been paid out through the Department of Communities' scheme to 378 individuals since 2011.Chris has taken up running in memory of his father Greg He was diagnosed with mesothelioma at the age of 60 and died two years later.
Chris said: "Dad always talked about how your health was your wealth, so to be honest no penny is ever going to be enough. Liz Darlison, CEO of Mesothelioma UK, the asbestos-related cancer charity said: "The UK's asbestos legacy is shameful with no corner of the UK spared and sadly, we have the highest incidence in the world.
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