HC Deb 30 January 1951 vol 483 c697
11. Brigadier Clarke

asked the Secretary of State for War when he proposes to make an announcement about mileage allowances in view of the further increased cost of petrol, oil and tyres.

Mr. Strachey

The rates of motor mileage allowance for Service personnel are similar to those paid to civil servants. I am informed that agreement on new rates has now been reached and these will be notified to all concerned as early as possible.

Brigadier Clarke

Does the right hon. Gentleman realise that this matter was first raised in June, that it has taken many months to get the answer, and that the prices of petrol, oil and tyres have gone up again in the last month?

Mr. Strachey

We must await the announcement of the new rates, which I understand will be made very soon.