HC Deb 31 October 1912 vol 43 cc570-1
85. Sir EDWARD BEAUCHAMP

asked whether the insurance committee of a county has power to extend sanatorium treatment to dependants of insured persons resident in the county; and whether any insurance committees have made the necessary arrangements for the treatment of such persons?

Mr. MASTERMAN

The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative. Some insurance committees have already made arrangements for treatment of dependants, and the Commissioners propose to issue a circular letter recommending that other insurance committees should consider the question of extending sanatorium benefit to the dependants of insured persons.

Mr. FELL

Will this mean an increased charge?

Mr. MASTERMAN

It is evident there is sufficient money already available.

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