HC Deb 30 November 1922 vol 159 cc878-9
24. Mr. C. WHITE

asked the Minister of Pensions whether he can now make permanent the pension of ex-Private C. Elliott, late Derbyshire Yeomanry, regimental No. 1,507, who is suffering from tubercular disease of the groin caused by the kick of a horse whilst on military service; whether he is aware that this man has already undergone 10 operations for tills disability and has now been ordered to a military hospital to undergo a farther operation, and that this disability was incurred seven years ago; and whether, Under these circumstances, this man's case can be finally disposed of by granting him a permanent pension?

Major TRYON

I am personally looking into the circumstances of this case.

Mr. WHITE

Does not the right hon. Gentleman really think 10 operations are sufficient for this man to undergo before he gets his final award?

Major TRYON

It is because of the circumstances brought to my notice by the hon. Member that I propose to look into the case further.