HC Deb 11 November 1937 vol 328 cc1827-8
43. Mr. Cassells

asked the Home Secretary when the report by the Workmen's Compensation Committee, 1935, is likely to be available for Members of this House; and what action, if any, the Government intend to take with regard to improvement of the present Workmen's Compensation Acts?

Sir S. Hoare

I am informed that the Committee hope to present their report very shortly. As soon as it is received, the question of publication will be considered. As regards the latter part of the question, I am not in a position at present to make any statement.

Mr. Cassells

In view of the many promises that we have received from the right hon. Gentleman's Department in connection with this matter, may I ask whether he is prepared to place any period of time on the approximate date when this important report will be received?

Sir S. Hoare

I understand that the Committee is likely to report in the immediate future, and I can assure the hon. Member that there will not be any protracted delay.

Mr. Cassells

In the light of that answer, may I take it that the right hon. Gentleman will press this Committee to bring their report in immediately?

Sir S. Hoare

No, I do not think that it is necessary for me to put any pressure upon the Committee. The Committee is anxious to make its report at once, and I understand that only a short time will elapse before the report is made.

Mr. Cassells

In view of the unsatisfactory nature of the answer, I beg to give notice that I will raise the question on the Adjournment.