§ MR. CAPEasked the Pensions Minister whether his attention has been drawn to the case of Private Thomas Walmsley; whether he is aware that this soldier was discharged on 5th July, 1919, suffering from hydrocele; that on 5th June, 1919, he refused to undergo an operation at Black pool on the ground that one of the doctors had expressed the opinion that an operation was not required; that the soldier has now been offered a gratuity of £45, which he has refused on the ground that, in view of his condition, he is entitled to a pension; and that his panel doctor has expressed the opinion that a pension should be awarded, as the disability will be of a permanent character; and whether he will have further inquiries made into this case?
§ Sir J. CRAIGIf my hon. Friend will furnish regimental particulars for the purpose of identification, inquiries will be made into the case.