HC Deb 07 August 1941 vol 373 cc2142-3W
Mr. David Adams

asked the Minister of Pensions why he refuses to grant a pension to ex-military policeman Bellerby, of Shotley Bridge, county Durham, who had been passed into the Army AI, and on service contracted rheumatic fever with resulting heart disease for which he was discharged; and whether he will again review this case?

Sir W. Womersley

I am making inquiries and will communicate with the hon. Member.

Mr. Groves

asked the Minister of Pensions whether he will inquire into the circumstances connected with the refusal of war injury allowance to Mr. G. J. Furlong, 59, Janson Road, Stratford?

Sir W. Womersley

It has not been possible in the time available to obtain particulars of Mr. Furlong's case. I am making inquiries, however, and I hope shortly to write to the hon. Member.

Mr. Groves

asked the Minister of Pensions whether he is aware of the application for, and the refusal of, a pension to the mother of the late Driver Thomas Banks, No 860476, Royal Artillery, reference No. B 5/02/1903, who died as the result of a motor accident whilst on duty; and whether he will further investigate the fact that the mother of the deceased soldier was informed she was not entitled to a pension unless in pecuniary need arising from old age, infirmity or any other adverse condition not of a temporary character?

Sir W. Womersley

It has not been possible in the time available to obtain the papers which relate to this case. I will, however, look into it and write the hon. Member as soon as possible.