HC Deb 30 June 1969 vol 786 c16
29. Mr. Tilney

asked the Minister of Overseas Development what arrangements he will now make regarding pensions payable to former members of Her Majesty's Overseas Civil Service or of the old Colonial Service in Rhodesia.

Mr. Oram

Security Council Resolution No. 253 expressly permits the payment of such pensions. I do not envisage that the closing of Rhodesia House or withdrawal of our Residual Mission in Salisbury will affect the payment of overseas pensions in Rhodesia.

Mr. Tilney

Is the Minister aware that that statement will be received with joy by some of the pensioners who cannot possibly leave Rhodesia, even if they want to, because they cannot sell their houses?

Mr. Oram

I recognise that.

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