HC Deb 05 December 1932 vol 272 cc1227-8
31. Sir G. FOX

asked 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. WOOD

Since 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. DAVISON

Can the right hon. Gentleman say in how many of these cases the criminals have been apprehended and punished?

Sir K. WOOD

I think there have been a dozen cases—some of them, of course, have occurred only quite recently—and already six people have been arrested.