§ Sir P. GOFFasked the Minister of Labour whether his attention has been called to the case of men dismissed from work on nearing the age of 65, or earlier, who cannot obtain employment; and whether he will take steps to grant unemployment benefit in such cases?
§ Mr. BETTERTONI have not had specific cases of the kind mentioned brought to my notice. Such persons, if insured under the Acts, may apply for unemployment benefit. The decision on claims rests, of course, with the statutory authorities and not with me. As my hon. Friend is doubtless aware, persons of the age of 65 or over are not insured under the Unemployment Insurance Acts.