HC Deb 07 April 1913 vol 51 c796
44. Mr. F. HALL

asked on what date application was made to the Treasury for any necessary approval of the contract between the Post Office and the Marconi Company; and the date when such approval was given?

Mr. ROBERTSON

On 7th March, 1912, the Post Office sought and obtained oral authority from the Treasury for accepting the company's tender. By a letter dated 11th March, they subsequently requested formal authority, and this was conveyed to them by a Treasury letter dated 20th March.

Mr. F. HALL

Was the Chancellor of the Exchequer consulted personally with regard to the matter?

Mr. ROBERTSON

I will have to ask notice of that.