HC Deb 10 March 1919 vol 113 cc886-7
90. Mr. HURD

asked the Minister of Labour if he can now announce details of the scheme under which the widows of soldiers who died on active service are to be given grants which will enable them to make a start in business?

Sir R. HORNE

No such scheme as that to which the hon. Member refers falls within my province. I understand, however, from my right hon. Friend the Minister of Pensions that widows of men dying on active service can be given grants from the King's Fund for the purpose of starting them in business. They should make application to the local pensions committees.

Mr. HURD

May I ask if the King's Fund has anything to do with the Government?

Sir R. HORNE

As far as my office is concerned, as I have explained, this matter falls under the Ministry of Pensions, and I cannot give my hon. Friend any further answer than I have given.

Mr. HURD

Will the right hon. Gentleman support any suggestion of the sort?

Sir R. HORNE

I must ask for notice of that question.