HC Deb 08 December 1958 vol 597 cc15-6W
Viscount Hinchingbrooke

asked the Secretary of State for War to what extent it is proposed to review biennially the pay and pensions of officers as well as those of other ranks.

Mr. Soames

The biennial reviews of pay and pensions will cover both officers and other ranks.

Viscount Hinchingbrooke

asked the Secretary of State for War to what extent any amendments to pension rates which come into force on 1st April, 1960, will apply to those on pension before that date.

smokeless solid fuels from suitable small coals but the technical problems are not yet solved. Meanwhile, there is no shortage of smokeless fuels to meet the requirements of the Clean Air Act.