§ Mr. WOOLCOCKasked the Minister of Pensions whether he is aware that Mrs. Outram, a widow, of 94, Shrublands Road, Dalston, E.8, who had five sons serving in France during the War, two of whom were killed, is receiving 6s. per week pension and is unable to get any further assistance from the local pensions committee; and whether he will inquire into the case?
§ Mr. MACPHERSONMrs. Outram was dependent upon one only of her two deceased sons, and the pension awarded is in accordance with the assistance given by him. No increase is possible unless pecuniary need, combined with incapacity for self-support exists, which is not the case at present.