§ Mrs. Ewingasked the Secretary of State for Social Services what representations he has received from the Scottish Old Age Pensions Association regarding increase in pension; and what reply he sent.
§ Mr. CrossmanI think the hon. Member refers to a letter which this Association sent recently to my right hon. Friend the Prime Minister noting the Government's proposals for public service pensions and claiming similar treatment for retirement pensions. In reply I have explained how the cases differ.