
1 
This Scheme, which may be cited as the War Pensions (Mercantile Marine) (Amendment) Scheme 1972, amends the War Pensions (Mercantile Marine) Scheme 1964 (hereinafter referred to as “the principal Scheme”), and shall come into operation on 2nd October 1972.
2 
Article 20 of the principal Scheme (awards on death) is hereby revoked.
Keith Joseph
Secretary of State for Social Services
19th September 1972We consent.
P.L. Hawkins
V.H. Goodhew
Two of the Lords Commissioners of Her Majesty's Treasury
21st September 1972