asked the Minister of Health whether he is aware that the public assistance committee of Liverpool took into account in assessing relief the 5s. war pension allotted to Mr. J. Finnigan, 23d, Woodstock Gardens, for the loss of his son in the War; that on production of a doctor's certificate they refused him extra nourishment; and whether he will inquire into the administration of public assistance in Liverpool, with a view to remedying this and similar grievances?

I am making inquiries, and will communicate with the hon. Member immediately I receive the information.

Will the Minister make inquiries about relief not being given in regard to under-nourishment? This is a case of a person who had lost two sons. I hold in my hand a bronze tablet showing that one son died on the field, and the other died also as a result of the War. They died for freedom and honour, and this man has waited 14 days and cannot get a doctor's certificate accepted by the relieving officer. What steps does the Minister intend to take in this matter?

I said that I would make inquiries and communicate with the hon. Member as soon as possible.

Regarding a man who is waiting 14 days on a doctor's note, if he dies is not the officer liable to be indicted for manslaughter?

If the officer is liable it is obviously very undesirable for me to make a statement on a matter which I know nothing about.

Owing to the unsatisfactory answer, I beg to give notice that I shall raise the matter on the Adjournment.