asked the Minister for Defence if he will state (distinguishing between several grades of rank) the number of pensions awarded to date under the Military Service Pensions Act, 1934, and the total amounts of pension paid.
Written Answer. - Military Pensions.
Mr. Brodrick
The number of pensions awarded under the Military Service Pensions Act, 1934, to date according to grades of rank is as follows:—
|
Grade A. |
5 |
|
,, B. |
5 |
|
,, C. |
29 |
|
,, D. |
83 |
|
,, E. |
134 |
|
Total |
256 |
The total amount paid in respect of pensions awarded under this Act up to and including the 30th June, 1935, is approximately £6,737.