§ 1. Dr. Kingasked the Secretary of State for Air how much retired pay was received by a flight lieutenant in April, 1950, who was then retired after maximum service; how much that officer would receive today at the age of 58 years; and by how much per cent. the cost of living has risen since he was retired.
§ Mr. H. FraserIn April, 1950, the officer would have received £375 a year and this sum would not be increased until he reached the age of 60. The cost of living has gone up 63.6 per cent. in the period.