HC Deb 19 March 1917 vol 91 cc1567-8W
Mr. BRADY

asked the Under-Secretary of State for War what provision the Government is making for soldiers who have been rendered incurable whilst on active service and as the result of such service?

Mr. BARNES

A sailor or soldier discharged from service suffering from a disease which renders him incapable of earning, and is found to be incurable, will be entitled, under the provisions of the draft Royal Warrant now before Parliament, to a minimum pension corresponding to the highest degree of disablement, or, if more favourable to the man, to an alternative pension based on the man's pre-war earnings. If the case is one that calls for special treatment or for constant personal attention, this will be provided, either in the man's home or in an institution if that will ensure his better care.