HC Deb 08 May 1924 vol 173 c631
67. Mr. BAKER

asked the Postmaster-General whether the Government have come to a decision in regard to the public ownership and control of the Imperial wireless chain?

Mr. HARTSHORN

The Government hope to make an announcement on the subject at an early date.

Mr. HOGGE

Are we to understand that the Government will still adhere to the pledge given by the right hon. Gentleman and the Prime Minister that there will be a discussion in the House before any decision is come to?

Mr. HARTSHORN

I have no recollection of having made any such statement.

Mr. HOGGE

I will give it to you.

Mr. STURROCK

Is it not most important, in view of the decision the Government are coming to, that the question of the control of wireless should be considered by the House before the Government comes to their decision?

Mr. HARTSHORN

I do not know.