HC Deb 16 November 1948 vol 458 c18W
74. Mr. Mikardo

asked the Minister of Labour why the receipt of a 1939–45 war disability pension is not considered sufficient evidence of disability for the purpose of registration under the Disabled Persons (Employment) Act.

Mr. Isaacs

Under the Disabled Persons (Employment) Act registration is open only to those whose disability causes a substantial handicap in getting or keeping employment. The receipt of a war disability pension does not necessarily show that there is a substantial employment handicap.