Mr. J. JONESasked the Postmaster-General if his attention has been drawn to 1312W the case of Mr. Winter, 20, Avenons Road, Plaistow, E.13, who has worked as an auxiliary postman for a period of 39 years, 33 years of which was continuous service; whether this man's application for a pension has been refused; and will he be prepared to reconsider this case with a view to this man receiving a pension in view of his long service?
§ Mr. PEASEMr. Winter's part-time service as an auxiliary postman does not entitle him to a pension or gratuity under the Superannuation Acts. I understand, however, that a grant has been made to Mr. Winter from the Rowland Hill Benevolent Fund, which gives assistance in cases outside the scope of the official regulations.