HC Deb 01 October 1942 vol 383 c951W
Mr. Erskine-Hill

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what are the total administrative costs of old age pensions, both contributory and non-contributory, including supplementary pensions?

Sir K. Wood

The total cost of administering contributory, non-contributory and supplementary pensions for England Scotland and Wales is estimated at approximately £4,400,000.

Mr. Erskine-Hill

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer what is the cost to the State of outdoor staff engaged in operating old age pension schemes, contributory and non-contributory?

Sir K. Wood

The cost of outdoor staff engaged in operating old age pension schemes, contributory and non-contributory, for England, Scotland and Wales is estimated at £340,000 per annum.