HC Deb 23 November 1925 vol 188 cc920-1
80. Mr. HORE-BELISHA

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he will give an undertaking that the recent reductions of pay to new entrants in the Royal Navy will not involve a reduction in their pensions?

Mr. DAVIDSON

The question of reduction in the present rates of pension is under consideration but, in the event of reduced rates being adopted, the Admiralty does not propose that they should apply to persons entered before the date of their promulgation.

Mr. HORE-BELISHA

Do I understand the hon. Member to say that the Admiralty has considered reducing the rates of pension?

Mr. DAVIDSON

Yes.