§ 18. Major Lyonsasked the Minister of Information what decision has now been reached on the question of the curtailment of hours for broadcasting in order to effect economies in light and power?
§ The Minister of Information (Mr. Brendan Bracken)This matter is being very thoroughly considered. I can assure my hon. and gallant Friend that the B.B.C. and the Ministry are fully alive to the great public importance of every practicable measure of fuel economy.
§ Major LyonsIn view of the appeal to the public which the Government have recently made, will the right hon Gentleman take some steps to speed up this decision and set a good example?
§ Mr. BrackenI always try to set a good example, but I do not believe that any leap in the dark is better than standing still.