§ 19. Vice-Admiral Hughes Hallettasked the Minister of Education what decision has been taken with regard to participation by school teachers in the National Insurance graduated pensions scheme.
§ Sir D. EcclesWith the agreement of the Associations representing employers and teachers, all but a few teachers in contributory service under the Teachers (Superannuation) Acts will be contracted out of the National Insurance graduated pension scheme.
§ Vice-Admiral Hughes HallettWhile welcoming that decision, may I ask my right hon. Friend what steps are necessary, if any, to make the conditions under which the pensions are granted conform with the law on transferability which is required under the National Insurance Act?
§ Sir D. EcclesIf my hon. and gallant Friend will allow me, I should like to answer that supplementary question by sending him a letter, because it is a complicated subject.