§ 19. Sir M. BARLOWasked the Pensions Minister whether the general Regulations under Section 5 of the War Pensions (Administrative Provisions) Act, 1918, have now been drafted; and, if not, whether he can state how soon they will be laid before the House?
§ Sir L. WORTHINGTON-EVANSThe general Regulations have been drafted, and are at the present moment under revision. As my hon. and learned Friend will recognise, they cover a wide field, and need to be carefully considered. They will be laid on the Table at the earliest possible moment.
§ Sir M. BARLOWAre the local authorities being consulted in the matter?
§ Sir L. WORTHINGTON-EVANSYes, I am consulting the representatives of the local committees.