5. Mr. DOYLEasked the Pensions Minister whether, in view of the fact that a parent is not eligible to receive an alternative pension, a modification of the Regulations may be considered whereby the parent of an officer or soldier who is in receipt of the highest rate of pension may be awarded an increase to bring the pension up to the amount of proved pre-war dependence, provided that such increased rate is not in excess of any alternative pension that might be awarded to a widow?
§ Sir L. WORTHINGTON-EVANSI do not consider that an amendment of the Warrant is necessary. The Special Grants Committee have power to supplement pensions under their regulations in special circumstances, and they are prepared to deal with such cases as are indicated in this question where there is need and where permanent provision, or what was intended to be permanent provision, for the parent was made by the son.