asked the Minister of Health when it is proposed to bring before the House the regulations and rules provided for under the Old Age and Widows' Pensions Act, 1940?

I regret that I cannot give a definite date, but I expect to be in a position to submit draft regulations during the course of next month. Rules for the purpose of the Act do not have to be submitted to Parliament before they are made, but I understand that notice of intention to make them will shortly be given and drafts will then be available in the ordinary way.

asked the Minister of Health whether he will, when framing the rules and regulations under the Old Age and Widows' Pensions Act, 1940, provide for the investigation of applications by widows for supplementary pensions by women investigators?

I am doubtful whether this is a matter which would be suitably dealt with by Statutory Rules or Regulations, but I will bring the hon. Member's suggestion to the notice of the Assistance Board.