§ 19. Mr. LYNCHasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether, with regard to old age pensions in Ireland, he will take into account that 7s. 6d. nowadays represents less purchasing power than 5s. formerly, and will advise that the old age pensions be automatically increased, except in exceptional cases where the pension officer can give good reason for advising otherwise; and whether the Local Government Board will take the onus of the proof?
§ Mr. DUKEThis question relates to matters over which I have no control, and should be addressed to the Chancellor of the Exchequer.