Invalid Pensions
Sir, —If you will permit me the use of your columns I would like, to draw attention to the unfairness of the manner in which invalid pensions are being admifiistered. Every able-bodied young man can get sustenance, but no one can get sustenance unless he is able-bodied. Those who for any physical defect are nonemployable are barred from sustenance. If they then apply for an invalid pension, the doctor will, unless they are bedridden. certify that they are able to do very light work. Consequently no pension, and also no work, as who would employ a man (say) 15 to 20 per cent, efficient. Invalid pensions may be a fine political gesture, but in practice is an open scandal.—l am, etc., GRAMPIUS. An official of the Pensions Department explained yesterday that it was incorrect to suggest that an applicant for an invalidity pension must be bedridden to qualify. Ability to perform certain light duties did not necessary debar the granting of a pension.
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Dominion, Volume 30, Issue 42, 13 November 1936, Page 11
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