§ 12. Mr. Langford-Holtasked the Postmaster-General what has been the capital expenditure in Shropshire for the provision of telephone kiosks in rural areas; and upon what basis he calculates what amount should be allocated to various counties.
§ The Postmaster-General (Dr. Charles Hill)Expenditure last year was £1,045 and this year is expected to be £1,900. We try to meet the needs of the various counties so far as our resources allow, and before the annual financial allotments are fixed, we consult the Rural District Councils' Association.
§ Mr. Langford-HoltIs my right hon. Friend aware that this is a widely scattered county, and will he review generally? Will he look again to see whether the allocation is adequate?
§ Dr. HillI should be glad to look at any point that my hon. Friend raises, though it is a sound principle to settle these allocations annually in consultation with the Rural District Councils' Association.