18. Brigadier Clarkeasked the Secretary of State for War what progress is being made with the payment of the pension increase granted to Army personnel in 1952; and how many pensioners have still not received the additional pension that is due to them.
§ Mr. HeadAwards have been made in about 29,300 cases. It is hoped to deal with the remaining 2,900 applications during the next few weeks. There are also some 6,000 possible cases which are being examined although no application has been made.
Brigadier ClarkeWill my right hon. Friend consider making some announcement to the Press to allay the fears of those who think that they may not be eligible for this award and are consequently very worried?
§ Mr. HeadI think that my hon. and gallant Friend's Question may have the effect he wishes. The proportion of applicants who have not yet received an answer is very small.