§ 15. Mr. CHARLES EDWARDSasked the Home Secretary whether he is aware that, on the death of a man caused by accident, no provision is made in the Workmen's Compensation Act, 1923, for any adopted child, whether related or not, Who may have been supported by him; and will he take steps to have this hardship rectified?
Mr. HENDERSONI am advised that the inclusion of adopted children among the dependants entitled to claim compensation could only he effected by amending legislation which cannot be undertaken this Session. The suggestion of my hon. Friend will, however, be noted for consideration.