§ Mr. Dalyellasked the Secretary of State for Defence why maimed paratroopers have lost their parachute pay since returning from the Falklands.
§ Mr. WigginParachute pay is additional pay for men liable for parachute duty. As a concession it remain86W payable for 91 days after the individual becomes unfit for that duty. The men who have now lost their parachute pay are still receiving their basic Service pay and the Service benevolent or welfare funds are available to assist in any cases of hardship.