HC Deb 28 May 1924 vol 174 cc402-3
39. Mr. MILLS

asked the Minister of Health if he is now in a position to state the number of ex-service men and dependants in receipt of Poor Law relief?

The MINISTER of HEALTH (Mr. Wheatley)

I have now received the returns from the several boards of guardians, and I hope shortly to issue a paper giving a summary of the figures obtained.

Sir WILLIAM DAVISON

Will it give particulars of the numbers of aliens in receipt of relief?

Mr. WHEATLEY

It will give all the particulars contained in the return.

Mr. MILLS

The question refers specifically to ex-service men and their dependants. Is it in order for an hon. Member to drag in the question of aliens?