HC Deb 16 June 1921 vol 143 c566
2. Mr. MACLEAN

asked the Minister of Pensions whether he is aware that no pension is being paid on behalf of the children of the late Private Robert Mair, No. 43,089, King's Own Scottish Borderers, although his widow has made frequent application; and whether he can state when this case is likely to be decided?

Mr. MACPHERSON

The widow being ineligible for pension, an award under Article 17 of the Royal Warrant was made in respect of the children by the first marriage, and this pension has been in payment since January last. An appeal against the decision of the Ministry that the soldier's death was not due to service has recently been lodged and has been forwarded to the Pensions Appeal Tribunal for decision.

Mr. MACLEAN

Is it not the case that the pension is much in arrear and is not being paid just now?

Mr. MACPHERSON

That is not the question the hon. Member put. I understand the pension has been paid from January last. If the hon. Member has any further particulars about this case I shall be glad to look into them.