HC Deb 09 September 1914 vol 66 c562
Lord ROBERT CECIL

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether the Government have come to any decision with regard to life insurances on soldiers and sailors?

Mr. TENNANT

There are still some open points in connection with this matter, but I am glad to be able to announce that the Life Offices Association has now decided to recommend to life assurance companies that no members of the Territorial Force who were insured prior to the outbreak of War should be required to pay any additional premiums as a result of their proceeding on active service abroad. I think the House will be gratified to learn of this action of the association.

Lord ROBERT CECIL

Has any conclusion been arrived at in respect of soldiers and sailors in the Regular Forces?

Mr. TENNANT

That is still under consideration. I cannot give an answer just now.

Mr. F. HALL (Dulwich)

Will those who have had to pay the additional premiums have them refunded?

Mr. TENNANT

I imagine so.

Mr. F. HALL

Will the right hon. Gentleman inquire into that?

Mr. TENNANT

Yes.