Mike Penning (Hemel Hempstead) (Con): Through the Minister, may I thank the Secretary of State for meeting a delegation of former Dexion workers from my constituency, 700 of whom have had their pensions stolen? Is there any sign of when they are likely to receive compensation through the financial assistance scheme? Mr. Timms: I am taking a close interest in that scheme. Indeed, I spoke to the trustees last week, encouraging them to provide the data that is needed quickly. In the first instance, quite a small number of people are entitled to interim payments, but I hope that there will not be too long a delay for everyone else. |
