HC Deb 16 December 1946 vol 431 cc1611-2
86. Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

asked the Minister of Transport whether advertisements of a political character are accepted for display on the premises and vehicles of the L.P.T.B.

Mr. Barnes

It is the practice of the London Passenger Transport Board to refuse advertisements of a controversial political nature but to accept those which, for example, merely announce intention to hold a political meeting.

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

Does that answer mean that the right hon. Gentleman regards the advertisement displayed by the Electrical Trades Union advocating nationalisation of the electrical industry as uncontroversial?

Mr. Barnes

I have not previously been made aware of the point raised by the hon. Member. If he cares to draw my attention to any matter, I will look into it.

Mr. Boyd-Carpenter

Will the right hon. Gentleman give instructions that that advertisement is to be withdrawn?

Mr. Barnes

I shall do what I always do—examine the facts first.