HC Deb 26 October 1945 vol 414 cc2467-8W
Major Lloyd

asked the President of the Board of Trade what is the total amount which has already been paid out in com- pensation for furniture, clothing and personal effects under the Private Chattels Scheme for war damage and the amount of the claims to be paid later at a time yet to be determined.

Sir S. Cripps

The total amount paid out is approximately £50,500,000.The amount payable in respect of assessed claims where payment is to be made at a later date to be specified in Treasury Regulations is £30,500,000. The amount of claims still outstanding is estimated at £5,000,000.