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Written question asked by Apsana Begum (Labour) on Friday, 10 July 2020, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 14 July 2020. It was answered by Mims Davies (Conservative) on Monday, 20 July 2020 on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions.


Materials Handling Equipment: Industrial Accidents

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what discussions his Department has had with (a) Gateway Housing Association, (b) Tower Hamlets Council and (c) Swan Housing Association on the welfare needs of people who have been displaced as result of the crane collapse on 9 July 2020 at the Swan Housing Association’s Watts Grove development site in Bow.

Answer

The Department has not been approached by either Gateway Housing, Tower Hamlets Council or Swan Housing Association regarding localised support for displaced residents. We will provide support to any residents who have been affected and are working with local agencies to coordinate our services and ensure people are able to access the help they need.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
72276
Session
2019-21
Subjects
Greater London Housing associations Industrial accidents Safety Materials handling equipment
Link
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