THE O'DONOGHUEasked the Postmaster General, If, taking into account that nearly a month has elapsed 6ince ho informed the House that he was considering the application of the London and Globe Telephone and Maintenance Company, Limited, for a licence, he can now state the decision at which he has 1233 arrived; and, if not, within what period he expects to be able to announce his decision?
§ MR. FAWCETTSir, the question as to the granting of Telephone Exchange licences involves many important and difficult issues. The subject has been for some time engaging my careful attention; and, although I regret that I cannot fix the precise time when I shall be able to announce a decision, I can assure the hon. Member that there shall be no unnecessary delay. I could not, within the limits of an answer to a Question, state the points that have to he considered, nor do I think it expedient that they should now be stated.