§ Mr. Sharpasked the Minister of National Insurance whether he has now decided to replace form B.R.1, which is used for a retirement pension claim, by one which can be more easily read, understood and completed by the applicant.
§ Mr. SteeleThis is an essential document which replaces substantially similar forms in use for many years. The difficulties of completing it have been exaggerated but it is, like all other forms in use by my Department, under constant review and I should be glad to consider any specific suggestion which my hon. Friend may have for its improvement. I would add that assistance in completing pension claim forms will gladly be given at any local National Insurance office and I should like to see this invitation accepted more often.