HC Deb 14 July 1915 vol 73 cc834-5
61. Sir G. SCOTT ROBERTSON

asked the Postmaster-General whether pensions to Government officials after long and good service are actually deferred pay already earned; and whether, if that is so, he can announce that retired and pensioned postmen who offer their services for reemployment for temporary service during the War shall in no circumstances whatever be deprived of those pensions?

Mr. PIKE PEASE

Under the provisions of the Superannuation Act, 1834, the amount of pension payable during the period of re-employment is limited to the difference between the salary paid at the time of retirement and the salary on reemployment. The question whether in any other circumstances the pension of a retired Civil servant should be reduced or forfeited rests with the Treasury, who are responsible for the administration of the Superannuation Acts.

Colonel YATE

Will the hon. Gentleman consider the question of giving the men their pensions and making a variation in the salaries in addition to the pensions?

Mr. PIKE PEASE

This is really a question more for the Treasury than for the Post Office.

Colonel YATE

Will the hon. Gentleman refer it to the Treasury?

Mr. PIKE PEASE

Yes.