25. SOkinasked the Postmaster-General whether he has yet decided to terminate the Business Reply Postal Service; 1561 and whether, in view of the great convenience to business which this service provides, he will, before taking any action, consult with representatives of business?
§ Captain CrookshankYes, Sir. It has already been decided to suspend the Business Reply Postal Service as from 1st August next, and a notice to that effect was issued 10 the Press on 21st April. Full consideration was given to the effect of the proposal on the various business interests concerned before the decision was taken. I realise that a certain amount of inconvenience may be caused to large users, but, as I explained during the Budget Debate, this and certain other services are being withdrawn in order that the Post Office may make further savings in man-power in the interests of the war effort.