HC Deb 24 March 1914 vol 60 cc196-7
43. Mr. GOULDING

asked whether, in view of the dislike of insured persons to, receiving their insurance books, containing private information, in unsealed halfpenny packets, he will consider the possibility of allowing approved societies. subject to such restrictions as may be, thought necessary, to send insurance books through the post in sealed envelopes at a prepaid fee of éd.?

Captain NORTON

It is not in the power of the Postmaster-General to allow sealed packets to pass by the halfpenny post, and my right hon. Friend regrets. therefore, that he cannot assist approved societies in the manner indicated by the hon. Member.

Mr. GOULDING

Is the Postmaster-General going to disregard the unanimous Report of the Select Committee. appointed by the Government to consider this question?

Captain NORTON

I do not see how that arises from the question which the hon. Member has put on the Paper.

Mr. GOULDING

That is what they recommend.