HC Deb 29 October 1953 vol 518 c414W
Lieut.-Commander Maydon

asked the Minister of Pensions and National Insurance the estimated cost during the financial year 1953–54 of disability pensions.

Mr. Peake

£54 million in respect of war disablement pensions and allowances.

Lieut.-Commander Maydon

asked the Minister of Pensions and National Insurance the additional cost during the financial year 1953–54 if the maximum disability pension was raised to 90s. per week and the lesser rates pro rata.

Mr. Peake

£24 million.