§ Mr. Finchasked the Minister of National Insurance whether the Workmen's Compensation (Supplementation) Scheme is yet in operation.
§ Dr. SummerskillYes. The Scheme came into operation on 11th July. I am informed by the Board administering it that some 1,700 claims have been received since then. Allowances have already been awarded in over 300 cases and put into payment.