HC Deb 16 February 1914 vol 58 cc563-4
20. Mr. G. LOCKER-LAMPSON

asked when the Report of the Departmental Committee on excessive sickness under the National Insurance Act is expected to be ready?

Mr. BENN

The Committee are still taking evidence, and my right hon. Friend has no knowelge when they will complete their labours.

24. Mr. LOUGH

asked the Secretary to the Treasury the composition and full terms of reference of the Committee which he has appointed to inquire into excessive sickness; whether the evidence taken by that Committee will be laid before Parliament, together with its report; and when is it expected that this information will be available?

Mr. BENN

The details asked for in the first part of the question will be circulated with the Votes. My right hon. Friend cannot fix the date when the Committee will report. Evidence will, of course, be published in addition to the report.—[See Written Answers this date.]

Mr. LOUGH

Do I understand that the terms of reference will be circulated?

Mr. BENN

The terms of reference and names of the members will be circulated.