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Written question asked by Lord Morris of Manchester (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was answered by Lord Hunt of Kings Heath (Labour) on Monday, 7 January 2008.


Armed Forces: War Pensions

Question
asked Her Majesty's Government:Given that the proposals set out in the consultation paper Transforming Tribunals would lead to the abolition of the Pensions Appeal Tribunal for England and Wales, whether they will ensure that there is the widest consultation with ex-service organisations before any such proposals are taken forward.
Answer

The Transforming Tribunals consultation began on 28 November and will end on 22 February 2008. The Government welcome and will consider carefully representations from all interested parties, including ex-service organisations.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
878; 697 c141WA
Session
2007-08
Subjects
Appeals Tribunals War pensions Pensions Appeal Tribunal Veterans
Link
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