HC Deb 07 March 1972 vol 832 cc272-3W
31. Mr. Arthur Lewis

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer whether he has received the communication from the hon. Member for West Ham, North, together with a communication from Jill Gee on behalf of war widows; and whether in his forthcoming Budget he will increase war widows' pensions.

Mr. Maurice Macmillan

My hon. Friend the Financial Secretary answered the hon. Member's letter on 2nd March.

War widows' pensions will be reviewed this year under the Government's policy for the annual uprating of pensions and related benefits.

36. Mr. Dempsey

asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he will propose similar provisions in income tax allowances for war widows who are gainfully employed, as is done for retired pensioners who are in employment; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. Maurice Macmillan

War widows are entitled to the same income tax allowances as retirement pensioners whose personal circumstances are similar.