HC Deb 16 March 1920 vol 126 c2000
21. Viscount CURZON

asked the Secretary of State for War whether it is intended to withdraw the cheap travelling facilities allowed to relatives visiting wounded soldiers in hospital in the United Kingdom; whether this will cause special hardship to those who have had to suffer most; and, if so, whether the decision can be reconsidered, at any rate, in special cases?

Sir A. WILLIAMSON

This was a special War concession, which it has been decided to withdraw at the end of this present month.

Viscount CURZON

Does not the right hon. Gentleman think this imposes a considerable hardship on men who have had to suffer most? Could he not give some consideration to special cases?

Sir A. WILLIAMSON

I am afraid I cannot add anything to the answer I have given.