Carlisle and District State Management Scheme

HC Deb 28 January 1971 vol 810 c180W

Mr. Ron Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if he will provide, in his forthcoming Bill to wind up the Carlisle and District State Management Scheme, that all employees will be assured of adequate compensation.

Mr. Carlisle

The Superannuation Act, 1965, empowers the Government to pay compensation in appropriate cases.

Mr. Ron Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if, in his forthcoming Bill to wind up the Carlisle and District State Management Scheme, he will ensure that all pension rights to past employees of the Scheme are protected.

Mr. Carlisle

Pension rights of past employees of the Scheme are protected under the existing Superannuation Acts.