HC Deb 18 December 1919 vol 123 cc712-3W
Major ENTWISTLE

asked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware that the postmaster at Hull has asked the ex-Service men employed in the post office whether they have a disability pension and when it is due for review; whether ha was acting under instructions from the Government in putting this question; and, if so, what is the reason for the same being asked, in view of the fact that civilian employers are expected to ignore any permanent disability pensions which are being received by their employés?

Mr. PEASE

A return of disabled ex-Service men employed in the Government Departments is being kept in order that Parliament may be kept informed as to the progress made in carrying into execution the policy of His Majesty's Government to provide employment for disabled ex- Service men. The particulars of disabled ex-Service men employed in the Post Office which have recently been collected were required for this return and for no other purpose.