HC Deb 02 July 1918 vol 107 c1569
31. Mr. KING

asked the Minister of Munitions whether he is aware that J. W. Hulin, of 2, Heywood Terrace, Pill, Somerset, was an Army Reserve munition worker, and, though graded C 1, sent to work seven days a week in a Lincolnshire iron mine, walking two and a half miles night and morning to and from work, till after eight months' work he completely broke down; that J. W. Hulin has since then suffered from disseminated sclerosis, is a helpless cripple, without means, with a dependent wife and child, and has received no pension nor compensation for this work resulting in his physical ruin; and whether he will make a suitable allowance in this case?

Mr. KELLAWAY

No representations whatever as to this workman's health or the difficult circumstances under which he is stated to have been working reached the Ministry of Munitions until a few days ago. Inquiry is being made into the case, and I will communicate the result to the hon. Member as soon as possible.