§ 37. Mr. Swinglerasked the Minister of Pensions in how many cases he has issued certificates under Section 10 (1, b) of the Crown Proceedings Act, 1947; and in how many cases he has refused to issue such certificates and on what grounds.
§ The Minister of Pensions (Mr. Marquand)Certificates have been issued in 15 cases and refused in one case on the ground that the injury was sustained during a brawl and could not properly be certified as attributable to service.
§ Mr. SwinglerWill the Minister say whether the issue of these certificates is automatic if it is proved that the soldier, sailor or airman was on duty at the time of the accident?
§ Mr. MarquandIf he is on duty I am obliged by the Statute to issue the necessary certificate.