HC Deb 03 July 1930 vol 240 cc2139-40
52. Mr. RAMSBOTHAM

asked the Minister of Health whether he proposes to amend the Asylum Officers' Superannuation Act, 1909; and, if so, whether he can give any idea of the additional cost which will be incurred by such proposals?

Mr. GREENWOOD

An actuarial investigation of the position under the Asylum Officers' Superannuation Act, 1909, is being made by the Government Actuary, and pending the result of it I am not in a position to make any statement.

Mr. RAMSBOTHAM

Is the right hon. Gentleman not aware that he gave much the same information about two months ago, when he stated that he would expedite the report?

Mr. GREENWOOD

That is quite true, but this is a very elaborate investigation, and it is bound to take some time even with the greatest possible expedition.