Mr. Garner-Evansasked the Postmaster-General how many Post Office employees who were compulsorily directed into civilian employment during the First World War have thereby suffered a reduction in pensions; and what steps he is taking to remedy their grievance.
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsAny Post Office officer who took up civilian employment (such as munitions) during the First World War did so voluntarily, or as an alternative to entering the Armed Forces, and I regret I have no information as to the number who did so. I see no ground for re-opening previous decisions in this matter.