HC Deb 19 March 1929 vol 226 cc1594-5
32. Mr. RAMSDEN

asked the Postmaster-General the number of postal franking machines in use in this country; and whether it is proposed to allow a rebate on the postage?

Sir W. MITCHELL-THOMSON

Approximately 2,250 private postal franking machines are in use in this country. For the reasons given on the 14th instant, in reply to a question by my hon. and gallant Friend the Member for Bradford, Central (Lieut.-Colonel Gadie), I am unable to grant any rebate to users.

Mr. RAMSDEN

If it can be shown to my right hon. Friend that there would be a saving by the use of this machine, will he reconsider his decision?

Sir W. MITCHELL-THOMSON

I will consider any evidence that may be put before me.

Mr. DAY

Are these franking machines made in Britain?

Sir W. MITCHELL-THOMSON

I could not answer that question.