§ 25. Mr. CASSELasked whether, in view of the fact that uncertainty still exists in numerous cases as to whether persons are insurable or not, and in many cases it will be impossible to obtain decisions at an early date, the Insurance Commissioners will extend the date by which persons who have not joined approved societies become Post Office contributors beyond 15th October?
§ Mr. MASTERMANThere is still more than two months in which an insured person can join an approved society without becoming a deposit contributor, and I see no reason for extending the period which was recommended by the Advisory Committee.
§ Mr. CASSELIs the right hon. Gentleman aware it is extremely unlikely that persons who are in doubt whether they will come under the Act or not will obtain any decision by 15th October?
§ Mr. MASTERMANOh, yes, I think the overwhelming number will obtain decisions before two months are over.
§ Mr. CASSELIs the right hon. Gentleman aware, if any questions are referred to the Courts, there is bound to be some delay, as the Courts will not be sitting for two months?
§ Mr. MASTERMANI am not aware of any questions that will have to be decided by the Courts.