§ 17 and 18. Mr. HOGGEasked the Prime Minister (1) whether he is now prepared to reduce the age at which the parents of apprentices can receive the flat rate of 5s. a week separation allowance; and (2) whether, in view of the representations he has received, he is prepared to increase the allowances to wives and children of serving men?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWI would refer the hon. Member to my statement yesterday in connection with the Business of the House. I hope that the decision of the Government on this subject may be circulated with the OFFICIAL REPORT to-night, but it will be circulated at latest to-morrow.