§ 13. Dame Irene Wardasked the Minister of Defence what arrangements he is making for the preparation of schemes of pensions increases to assist retired Service pensioners.
§ Mr. SandysI have nothing to add to the reply given yesterday by my right hon. Friend the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
§ Dame Irene WardIs my right hon. Friend aware that it will not help his recruiting campaign if those who have already served their country in Her Majesty's Forces are not treated fairly? Will he bear in mind that widows' pensions are scandalously low? May I ask 370 him whether he wants me to encourage him or to attack him to make him do his job properly in the Cabinet?
§ Mr. SandysI should welcome any attention from the hon. Lady.