HC Deb 26 June 1919 vol 117 c368W
Mr. BETTERTON

asked the Undersecretary of State to the Air Ministry whether he will make inquiries with a view of ascertaining why the gratuity due to Leslie Smith, lieutenant, Royal Air Force, on demobilisation on 19th February, 1919, has not yet been paid; and whether he is aware that the delays in the payment of gratuities due to officers in the Air Force are causing widespread dissatisfaction and, in many cases, financial hardship?

Major-General SEELY

I find that Mr. Leslie Smith's gratuity was paid yesterday, the 24th June. In this particular case delay undoubtedly occurred through a clerical oversight, which I regret. I am informed that this case is quite exceptional.