HC Deb 02 July 1953 vol 517 cc43-4W
82. Mr. McLeavy

asked the Minister of National Insurance whether he has now given consideration to the petition sent on to him by the hon. Member for Bradford, East, signed by over 500 con stituents, urging an immediate increase in the basic old age pension; and what reply he has sent.

Mr. Turton

Yes. This petition was received on 13th June and a reply was sent to the hon. Member on 18th June.