HC Deb 02 June 1913 vol 53 cc568-9
28. Mr. STANIER

asked the Postmaster-General whether his attention has been called to the fact that a more suitable site for the new post office at Wellington, Salop, could be bought opposite the Charlton Hotel, in Wellington; and, as this is a site central and suitable, will he take this site into consideration for the new post office?

Mr. HERBERT SAMUEL

The site in Walker Street for the proposed new post office at Wellington, Salop, was agreed to be purchased some months ago, and I regret it is too late to consider the question of acquiring any other site.

Mr. STANIER

Has the right hon. Gentleman had any representations in regard to the great inconvenience to the rural dwellers?

Mr. HERBERT SAMUEL

The next question will deal with that.

29. Mr. BRIDGEMAN

asked the Postmaster-General what steps were taken to ascertain the wishes of the inhabitants of Wellington, Salop, before deciding to erect a new post office, and if he has received any representations that there is a desire to retain the use of the old office for telegraph or other purposes; and what he proposes to do in the matter?

Mr. HERBERT SAMUEL

The representations made by the urban district council were fully considered before the site in Walker Street, Wellington, Salop, was acquired. I have received a letter dated 29th May urging the retention of an office in the vicinity of the present site after the new premises have been occupied, and I will carefully consider the suggestion.