FORMER miners with vibration white finger who have been refused disability benefits are being urged to send off for new claim forms.

But Barnsley Help and Advisory Support Service organiser Mick White does not want anyone to fill in the paper work just yet.

New rules of eligibility have been brought in which should overturn some of the Department of Work and Pensions’ previous rulings.

A HAVS meeting will be held after Christmas to explain procedure and give the men the best chance of success.