§ Mr. E. KELLYasked the Minister of Pensions whether it is a fact that all soldiers who served in the South African war are entitled to a pension on their attaining the age of 65; if so, will he inquire into the case of Henry Harris, of Rossnowlagh, Ballyshannon, county Donegal, formerly No. 1177, 59th Foot, who, although at present almost 75 years of age, has been getting a pension at the rate of 7s. only since 26th February last; and will he order the arrears to be paid to this old veteran (Pension Certificate S.B.L., 7,505)?
§ Sir A. WILLIAMSONMy right hon. Friend has asked me to reply. Special Campaign Pensions may be given to sol-2106W diers who served in the South African and other wars, provided they fulfil certain conditions laid down by Royal Warrant. Payment in this case was made from the date on which the pension was actually granted after the necessary enquiries had been made; but I am giving instructions that arrears should be now paid from the date of application.