HC Deb 23 November 1939 vol 353 c1389
42. Mr. Whiteley

asked the Home Secretary whether he has considered communications from the Trades Union Congress General Council and the Miners' Federation, respecting increases in workmen's compensation; and whether the Government intend dealing with the matter?

81. Mr. Dunn

asked the Home Secretary whether, in view of the increased cost of living arising out of the war emergency, and the inadequate financial provisions of the Workmen's Compensation Act, 1925, he proposes at an early date to amend the legislation on workmen's compensation?

Sir J. Anderson

I am not at present in a position to add to the reply given on 21st November to a question by the hon. Member for Workington (Mr. Cape).

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