HC Deb 06 October 1909 vol 11 c2167W
Colonel IVOR PHILIPPS

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he will consider the case of P-30 Gunner John S. Patton, late 27th Battery Royal Field Artillery, who was discharged on a temporary pension of 8d. per day, and, if possible, grant him a permanent pension for the injuries received by him when in His Majesty's service?

Mr. HALDANE

The disability was caused by a kick when playing football, and is not due to service or climate. The Commissioners of Chelsea Hospital state that, in these circumstances, they have no power to award this man a permanent pension.