§ 54. Mr. Longdenasked the Secretary of State for Defence whether he will make a statement on the review of the regulations for commuting Service pensions which was begun two years ago.
§ Mr. J. P. W. MallalieuI regret that this review, to which I attach special importance, should be taking so long. But the subject is complex. I shall make a statement at the earliest possible moment.
§ Mr. LongdenI am grateful for that Answer. It has taken an unconscionable time. Is the working party really working, or is it a party?
§ Mr. MallalieuIt is working very hard.