§ Sir H. CAYZERasked the Minister of Pensions whether the Government have considered the question of awarding life pensions to ex-service men suffering from consumption due to war service; and, if so, what decision was arrived at?
Mr. MUIRAll cases of pulmonary tuberculosis are considered individually on their merits for final awards in accordance with the terms of the Final Awards Regulations, but, for the most part, it is found that owing to the nature of the disease, they are unsuitable for an award on a permanent basis. My right hon. Friend is prepared, however to consider with his medical advisers whether, consistently with the best interests of the men, any further action can be taken in the direction suggested.