HC Deb 06 December 1945 vol 416 cc2706-7W
Mr. Gallacher

asked the Minister of Health what part of an award under the Workmen's Compensation Act is disregarded when an application is made for public assistance.

Mr. Bevan

It is within the discretion of the public assistance authority to disregard one half of any weekly payment by way of compensation under the Work men's Compensation Acts.