HC Deb 29 July 1974 vol 878 c63W
Mr. Nigel Lawson

asked the Minister for the Civil Service whether he will ensure that increases in public service pensions are paid, this year and in future years, in the first week of September.

Mr. Robert Sheldon

No. Under the Pensions (Increase) Act 1971 the purchasing power of public service pensions is restored with effect from 1st December each year.