§ 23. Mr. Hewlettasked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware that letters from South Africa take two to three months to reach this country; and whether he will take steps to accelerate transport.
§ The Postmaster-General (Captain Crookshank)I am aware that letters from South Africa sometimes take over two months in transmission but the average time recently has been 45 days. The South African Post Office which is responsible for the homeward service takes advantage of every suitable opportunity for despatching the mails.
§ Sir Alfred BeitCan my right hon. and gallant Friend say what is the delay in the air-mail from South Africa?
§ Captain CrookshankThis refers to ordinary letters and not air-mail.