The Damages (Asbestos-related Conditions) (Scotland) Act 2009 came into force on 17 June 2009. Since being passed by Parliament, the legality of the 2009 Act has been challenged by way of judicial review. On 8 January 2010, the Outer House of the Court of Session rejected this legal challenge. The purpose of this briefing is to provide an update on the legal challenge and on other post-enactment developments.
Read SPICe Briefing: Pleural Plaques Legislation – Judicial Review Update (273KB pdf)
Published: 19 January 2010