HC Deb 12 July 1915 vol 73 c638
16. Mr. KING

asked the Postmaster-General whether he can now report any decision made in connection with the claims for a war bonus being arbitrated by Sir James Wodehouse?

Mr. HERBERT SAMUEL

Sir James Wodehouse has awarded an increase of 3s. a week for men receiving 40s. a week or less, and 2s. a week for men receiving between 40s. and 60s. a week, and an increase of half these amounts for women, these increases to take effect as from the 1st of March last. Steps are being taken: to carry out this award immediately.