§ 29. Sir A. Hurdasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department if, after considering the views of the organisations he consulted and of the general public, he has now reached a decision on the suggested extension of summer time by a fortnight in October.
§ Mr. VosperNot all the replies have yet been received.
§ Sir A. HurdDoes my right hon. Friend agree that it is taking a very long time to collect the voices? Does he also agree that many thousands of people would welcome a decision to extend summer time by at least a fortnight in October, especially in view of the fact that the farming community has now said that it has no objection?
§ Mr. VosperI think the reason for taking a long time is that most organisations have had to consult their constituent members, and there are several replies still outstanding. I do not want to prejudge the decision that will be taken.