HC Deb 27 October 1919 vol 120 cc286-7W
Mr. F. ROBERTS

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether the Report of the Committee on Old Age Pensions is to be submitted to the House at an early date?

Mr. NEW BOULD

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether the Departmental Committee appointed in April last to consider and report on old age pensions has presented its Report; and, if so, whether he intends to recommend an increase in pensions which will relieve the sufferings of the aged poor during the winter months?

Mr. CHAMBERLAIN

I expect to receive the Report shortly, It will be laid before Parliament.