§ Mr. ToddTo ask the Secretary of State for Defence what representations he has received concerning inequities in service pensions; and if he will make a statement. [149666]
§ Mr. SpellarThe Armed Forces Pension Scheme has compared favourably with public and private sector schemes over a number of years, reflecting the particular demands of a service career. This has been confirmed in the reports of the Armed Forces Pay Review Body. Minister and officials receive a steady flow of letters from 569W MPs and members of the public about the Armed Forces Pension Scheme. We also meet representatives of ex-service and widows' organisations on a regular basis.