§ Mr. Cassellsasked the Secretary of State for Air whether he is aware of the case of Private P. Cooke, 613962, A.C., who, whilst attending sick quarters at Hucknall in July, 1939, was given Sloan's liniment to drink instead of medicine by the medical attendant in charge, with the result that he became acutely ill and required to be sent home, incurring considerable medical and other expenses, which, so far, have not yet been completely discharged by his Department; and what steps he proposes to take in order to meet these extra charges, and compensation to the soldier concerned?
Captain BalfourYes, Sir. I am aware of this unfortunate occurrence. The airman's hospital bill has been paid by the Air Ministry, and there are arrangements, 1539W which are set out on airmen's pass forms, for the payment by my Department of expenses of medical attention required by airmen on leave. I am not aware that this airman was put to any expense in this connection, but I will have inquiries made.