HC Deb 17 July 1924 vol 176 c559
7. Sir LEONARD LYLE

asked the Minister of Pensions if his Department is still continuing the re-assessment of allowances to mothers of deceased soldiers, based on alleged underestimation of the value of the benefits received by such soldiers in return for their weekly contribution to the household expenses; and, if so, how many cases of this kind are at present under the consideration of the Department?

Mr. ROBERTS

The systematic review of pensions based on pre-War dependence was brought to a close on the 31st March last. In cases where representations were received after that date against reductions made or proposed to be made, the necessary investigations have had to be made. The precise number of cases still unsettled at the present time is not available, but the number is, I understand, very small.

Sir J. NALL

When is the Minister going to allow some increase in the basic rates of these pensions?

Mr. ROBERTS

That scheme has already been announced. The increases have already been granted.