HC Deb 21 January 1924 vol 169 c559W
Mr. GAVAN DUFFY

asked the Minister of Health if he is aware that Mr. J. G. Mackreth, of 8, The Close, Bransty, Whitehaven, is over 70 years of age; that his Old Age Pension was sanctioned after inquiry by the local pensions sub-committee; that Mackreth is in receipt of Poor Law out-door relief; and that his Old Age Pension has been, and is being, held up; and will he give the reasons why this is being done?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

An appeal has been made to me by the pension officer against the decision of the local pension committee allowing a pension of 10s. on the ground that the claimant's means exceed the statutory limit. The appeal is being investigated, and it is hoped that a decision will be given in the course of a few days.