§ 24. Mr. James Johnsonasked the Postmaster-General the number of farmers in the rural district of Rugby who have had telephones installed since 1945; and how many are still on the waiting list.
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsFifty-one have been connected since 1st January, 1946, and there are 41 now on the waiting list.
§ Mr. JohnsonIs my right hon. Friend aware that this is an urgent matter, and will he give it high priority in view of the need for increased food production?
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsI have many competing demands, and I try to do my best.
§ Captain WaterhouseIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that there are demands for telephones all over the country and that nothing is being done?
§ Mr. SpeakerThis Question is about Rugby, and not the rest of the country.