HC Deb 28 June 1921 vol 143 cc1979-80
34. Mr. PENNEFATHER

asked the Minister of Pensions whether the Com- mittee appointed by him some seven months ago has yet reported; if so, whether the Report contains recommendations or suggestions in the direction of greater efficiency and economy in administration and greater satisfaction to pensioners; and whether the Report will be published and an opportunity of discussing it provided before the House rises?

The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of PENSIONS (Major Tryon)

The Report of this Committee is now with the printers, and, as Chairman of the Committee, I hope to submit our recommendations for my right hon. Friend's consideration within the next few days.

Mr. PENNEFATHER

Are the recommendations unanimous?

Major TRYON

The recommendations of the Committee throughout are unanimous.

Sir J. BUTCHER

Will a Bill be presented this Session to give effect to the Report?

Major TRYON

I anticipate that legislation will be necessary to give effect to some of the recommendations.