§ 1. Major Sir Jocelyn Lucasasked the Under-Secretary of State for India whether he is aware that Major Forbes-Leith and other officers, who were demobilised in India in 1944, are still awaiting payment of their gratuities; and, in view of the promises previously made by his Department and of the great inconvenience caused, if he will take immediate action in the matter.
§ The Under-Secretary of State for India (Mr. Arthur Henderson)I very much regret the delay which has occurred in regard to the payment of gratuity in these cases, and I have made urgent representations to the Government of India with a view to their settlement without further delay.
§ Sir J. LucasWhile I thank the hon. and learned Gentleman for that reply, may I ask if he is aware that the Field Controller of Military Accounts at Poona says they are still waiting for instructions from the Adjutant-General before they can pay him?
§ Mr. HendersonPerhaps the hon. and gallant Gentleman will give me that in- 1498 formation. My information is to the contrary.