§ 53. Sir H. BRITTAINasked the Postmaster-General whether he can give the House any information with regard to the tests of the Australian beam station, and any approximate date as to when it will be available for public service?
§ Sir W. MITCHELL-THOMSONThe Beam wireless stations which have been erected at Grimsby and Skegness for the Australian service have passed the seven-day test required by the contract, and will be taken over by the Post Office at an early date. Many detailed arrangements have to be made before the beam service with Australia is opened to the public, and I cannot yet give an approximate date of opening.
§ Sir H. BRITTAINWill these successful results be followed up by tests in regard to South Africa as soon as possible?
§ Sir W. MITCHELL-THOMSONYes; I understand it is the intention of the Marconi Company to proceed with further developments as soon as possible.