§ 25. Mr. Rhys Daviesasked the Postmaster-General whether the volume of business of his Department has been adversely affected by the recent increases in postal rates; and, if so, to what extent?
§ Mr. W. S. MorrisonYes, Sir: but present indications are that the reduction in postal business is likely to prove to be rather less than was allowed for in the Budget estimate of postal revenue.
§ Mr. DaviesCan the Minister give some indication as to whether the volume has been decreased irrespective of the increased revenue that comes from increased rates?
§ Mr. MorrisonYes, Sir. I have indicated that the volume has decreased.