§ Mr. Fortasked the Minister of Pensions and National Insurance what progress he has made in his negotiations with the Belgian Government for a reciprocal agreement on social security.
§ Sir F. Medlicottasked the Minister of Pensions and National Insurance when he anticipates that the reciprocal agreement with Belgium on social security will be completed.
§ Miss Pitt:I am glad to be able to inform the House that a Convention on Social Security with Belgium was signed in Brussels today. This Convention covers all National Insurance and industrial injuries benefits and family allowances. It also provides a measure of reciprocity for the Health Service.
59WThe Convention will come into operation after it has been ratified when a further announcement will be made.