15 Mar 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 15, 1939
Page
1
Prime Minister Lyons announces that after prolonged consideration the government will replace the National Insurance Act provisions with a revised health insurance system. Costs rise beyond forecasts, prompting substantial reductions in non defence benefits and pensions while retaining core social security protections.
The Attorney General Mr Menzies quits the Lyons ministry after cabinet abandons the present National Insurance scheme in favor of an undefined National Family Health Insurance plan. He leaves deputy leadership of the United Australia Party, with implications of a reshuffle and ongoing political uncertainty.
The Australian Prime Minister quits the cabinet amid a dispute over national insurance reforms. He cites the cabinet’s decision to repeal old-age and widow benefits and replace the scheme, warning it threatens decades of social policy and the credibility of the government while defending his pledge and responsibilities to his electors.
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Two ex Ministers from Victoria, Sir Henry Gullett and T W White, are virtual cross-benchers. It is believed the group will gain further adherents from New South Wales where Sir Frederick Stewart is deeply committed on national insurance.
No statement is available from Mr Casey regarding his intentions. A few months ago it was generally believed he would stand or fall by national insurance. Sir Earle Page last night made a situation clear by his remarks, drawing attention to cabinet changes.
Discussion of Menzies successor centers on P. Spender who won Warringah at the last Federal election. Lyons may name the new Attorney General early next week with Hughes possibly taking the role temporarily. A reshuffle could follow, with Casey likely to become Deputy Leader as Menzies steps down.
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