§ 14. Miss Irene Wardasked the Minister of Pensions what financial obligations he accepts in respect of fatalities to civilian personnel asked to undertake special and occasional work on behalf of the Services.
§ The Minister of Pensions (Mr. Marquand)I have no responsibilities in respect of any fatalities or injuries that may arise from civilian employment by the Service Departments.
§ Miss WardIn view of the extreme hardship to widows of men who have undertaken special Government missions, will the Minister consult with the Service Departments to see whether, in fact, his Department can do the Government's duty?
§ Mr. MarquandI gather that the hon. Lady is referring to something which must be the responsibility of one of my Service colleagues. However, I will draw attention to what she says.