HC Deb 23 July 1883 vol 282 c135
LORD CLAUD HAMILTON

asked the Postmaster General, When he intended calling for a continuance of the Postal Service to the West Indies, &c. at present conducted by the Royal Mail Steam Packet Company, whose contract expires on the 1st January 1885; and, whether ample time would be given to enable the Steamship Companies desirous of undertaking the service to make the necessary arrangements?

MR. FAWCETT

I can assure the noble Lord that the importance of giving time to tender for the West India Mail Service is fully recognized by the Government, and we hope to be in a position almost immediately to advertise for fresh tenders.