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Asbestos is a natural mineral, mined from rock found in many countries. It is made up of tiny fibres that are as strong as steel but can be woven like cotton and are highly resistant to heat and chemicals.

Asbestos was widely used as a material for building, insulation and heat protection from the 1950s - mid 1980s in the UK. Asbestos was used in a range of industries for piping, boilers, flooring, in cement, and drainage.

How does it cause damage?

When asbestos is disturbed or damaged it releases tiny fibres which can be inhaled. The particles then sit in the lungs and cause inflammation. This can lead to asbestos related diseases such as asbestosis or mesothelioma and can lead to lung cancer.

Who is at risk?

Workers handling asbestos on a daily basis over a number of years are particularly at risk of developing an asbestos related disease or illness, as are their families who have come into regular contact with them.

Today there are still thousands of tonnes of asbestos in buildings in Britain.

It can take between ten and sixty years after being exposed to asbestos for symptoms of a related disease to develop.

If you believe that you might have a legal claim relating to Asbestos , please complete the online enquiry form or call 0870 024 0558. Your enquiry will be forwarded to a solicitor who specialises in Asbestos .

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