HC Deb 23 March 1944 vol 398 cc1042-3
57. Mr. Sorensen

asked the Secretary of State for the Home Department whether, in view of the replacement of signposts and the appearance of advertising matter indicating local place-names, he will consider whether the names of localities, particularly in towns, could now be uncovered or replaced on vehicles, buildings and public announcements.

Mr. H. Morrison

I am not at present in a position to add anything to the answers to Questions on this subject on 16th March by the hon. Member for Maldon (Mr. Driberg) and my hon. and gallant Friend the Member for Stockport (Wing-Commander Hulbert).

Mr. Sorensen

Does not my right hon. Friend appreciate that it seems rather ridiculous that the name of a town can appear outside but not inside the town itself and, in view of the fact that all these place names are gradually appearing would he expedite a decision on the matter?

Mr. Morrison

The matter is under consideration and I will keep my hon. Friend's point in mind.