HC Deb 24 October 1939 vol 352 cc1243-4W
Mr. E. J. Williams

asked the Secretary of State for War whether he can state the amount of money granted by the Government to the Soldiers', Sailors' and Airmen's Families Association to assist dependants of members of His Majesty's Forces pending receipt of allowances and allotments; the names of the persons responsible for its administration; and whether the association will be permitted to recover advances from retrospective payment of Army separation allowances?

Mr. Hore-Belisha

No public money has been placed at the disposal of the Soldiers', Sailors' and Airmen's Families Association for the purpose indicated. Temporary help, in such circumstances, is obtainable under the Government scheme for the prevention and relief of distress arising out of the war, on application being made to the nearest office of the Ministry of Labour.