§ 31. Sir G. FOXasked the Postmaster-General how many cases of attacks upon sub-post offices have been reported to him during the current year; what is the total value of Post Office property that has been lost through such attacks; and in how many cases Post Office officials have been wounded or killed?
§ Sir K. WOODSince the 1st January last there have been 22 cases of attack upon sub-post offices. The loss is approximately £168. No Post Office official was killed. In eight cases sub-postmasters or their assistants received injuries—fortunately in most cases of only a minor character. I am sure the House will appreciate the courage that has been generally displayed by the employés of the Post Office and others concerned.
§ Sir W. DAVISONCan the right hon. Gentleman say in how many of these cases the criminals have been apprehended and punished?
§ Sir K. WOODI think there have been a dozen cases—some of them, of course, have occurred only quite recently—and already six people have been arrested.