§ 5. Mr. Peter Freemanasked the Minister of National Insurance what compensation is payable under his regulations to a workman who has lost his right thumb during the course of his employment.
§ Mr. SteeleThe amount of benefit payable in respect of the loss of a thumb may vary with the place of amputation, the condition of the stump and whether the man can qualify for a special hardship allowance. I regret, therefore, that I cannot answer the Question without knowledge of all the facts.
§ Mr. FreemanIs my hon. Friend aware that a man who accepts another job temporarily loses all his compensation? Is he further aware that a man in my constituency is suffering because of this, and that although he has been out of work for a considerable time he cannot get a job? If he had been directed into the Army he would have received a pension for the rest of his life, amounting to 13s.6d. instead of 18s. in the case of a private, 25s. if he was a warrant officer?
§ Mr. SteelePerhaps my hon. Friend would send me particulars of that case.