§ 67. Mr. T. WILLIAMSasked the Minister of Health at what intervals appeals are dealt with under the Widows', Orphans', and Old Age Contributory Pensions Act?
§ The PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY to the MINISTRY of HEALTH (Sir Kingsley Wood)I understand that the Referees have been sitting two days a week for the purpose of disposing of appeals under the Act.
§ Mr. WILLIAMSCan the hon. Gentleman tell us how it is that some of these appeals have been waiting for a. month, and the appellants are hearing nothing about the matter?
§ Sir K. WOODNo, Sir; if the hon. Member will give me particulars, I will make inquiry.
§ 69. Mr. T. WILLIAMSasked the Minister of Health how many appeals have been dealt with under the Widows', Orphans', and Old Age Contributory Pensions Act; how many appeals were allowed; and how many were rejected?
§ Sir K. WOODOne hundred and forty-six appeals have boon disposed of, of which 141 were dismissed and five allowed.