HC Deb 06 April 1936 vol 310 c2407
36. Mr. DAVID ADAMS

asked the Postmaster-General whether, in view of the increasing interest taken by citizens generally in public questions resulting in considerably augmented correspondence with this House, he will consider the desirability of franking those letters of Members devoted to public business?

Sir W. WOMERSLEY

The hon. Member's proposal would revive in a modified form the system of franking which was abolished by the Act of 1840, and I see serious objections to its adoption.

Mr. ADAMS

Will the hon. Gentleman consider the matter after the introduction of the Budget?

Sir W. WOMERSLEY

No, Sir.