§ 32. Mr. R. C. MORRISONasked the Postmaster-General whether he will approach the British Broadcasting Corporation with a view to obtaining an invitation for Members of Parliament to visit Alexandra Palace in order to inspect the progress of the preparations for television?
§ Major TRYONI will convey the hon. Member's suggestion to the British Broadcasting Corporation.
§ 34. Mr. R. C. MORRISONasked the Postmaster-General when the transmission of television programmes from Alexandra Palace is likely to commence?
§ Major TRYONI am informed that the structural work at Alexandra Palace is nearly completed and that the installation of the apparatus is proceeding. So soon as this is completed, there will naturally ensue a period of engineering tests. Following that, possibly in July, 25 trial programes will begin. These will not, I understand, be elaborate in character, but will be intended to give the British Broadcasting Corporation experience in operation and the trade an opportunity of testing reception. The transmission of a full programme service may be expected in the autumn.