asked the Secretary of State for Social Services what is the current rate of pension payable to invalided ex-Service men who served during World War One in the Armed Forces.

The 100 per cent. war disablement pension payable to a private soldier in respect of service in the Armed Forces during the First World War and after 2nd September 1939 is £28·60 a week and will be increased to £31·90 from 13th November. Pro rata rates are payable for lower assessments of disablement. Other allowances may be payable as well as rank additions for higher ranks.