§ 41. Captain DOWERasked the Post master-General whether he is aware that since the closing of the Bulgill to Cocker-mouth railway the morning mail in Cocker mouth is delivered about 10 o'clock, causing considerable inconvenience to business people and tradesmen; and what steps he proposes to take to arrange for an earlier delivery?
§ Sir E. BENNETTThe London Mid land and Scottish Railway Company found it necessary to suspend this passenger train service because the line was unsafe. The question of providing a more satisfactory alternative service is under discussion with the company.
§ Captain DOWERAm I to understand that it is under consideration, and, if so, can the hon. Member assure me, because of the considerable inconvenience that is; being caused, that there will be no un necessary delay?
§ Sir E. BENNETTI am sorry if I was inaudible. I have stated that the matter is under discussion with the company.