§ 16. Mr. Parkerasked the Minister of Pensions whether he has any statement to make as to the results of the recent visit of the Parliamentary Secretary to his Department to Australia and New Zealand.
§ Mr. MarquandMy hon. Friend made a full review of the position of British war pensioners in Australia and New Zealand, and was able to revise the regulations to overcome difficulties that had caused some complaint, especially in relation to delay in settling claims. He also had most useful discussions with responsible Ministers in both countries. He is preparing a full Report which should prove of great value. I should like to thank the two Dominion Governments for the great assistance they gave to my hon. Friend. I hope that it may be possible to give the House a fuller account at a later date.