§ 28. Mr. Wootton-Daviesasked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware of the large volume of losses, both of parcels 1512 and letters, in the post; and what steps he has taken to restrict this loss to the public?
§ The Postmaster-General (Mr. W. S. Morrison)The volume of losses in the post is infinitesimal in relation to the traffic, but has increased as a result of war-time conditions. For a considerable time past the matter has received close attention and all practicable steps towards prevention are being taken by the Post Office. In appropriate cases the co-operation of the railway police and the various local police forces is obtained.
§ Mr. Wootton-DaviesCan my right hon. Friend give any information as to the actual increase in the losses over the last three years?
§ Mr. MorrisonI cannot give my hon. Friend comparative figures without notice. The loss already made is something in the nature of 002 per cent.