Local Appeal Tribunal case file for Fred Buxton, aged 55, Colliery surface worker at [colliery not stated] Date of birth: Marital status: Married Address: Not given, Not given Type of benefit claimed: Sickness benefit Type of injury: Influenza Further information: Mr Buxton submitted a first certificate for influenza on 21 December 1955 and claimed sickness benefit from 19 December 1955. He had 9 previous periods of sickness, including 4 during the holidays. His appeal is on the grounds 'that I am entitled to my money' for the period 19 to 27 December 1955, as stated on the appeal information dated 26 January 1956. The tribunal found against him. It is possible he was based at Markham colliery as a medical statement dated 20 December 1955 states that his NI card is held there. 1956