§ 44. Mr. Mathewasked the Postmaster-General if he will now reconsider his decision to withdraw postal facilities at Exmouth and at Sidmouth on August Bank Holiday Monday.
§ The Postmaster-General (Mr. Reginald Bevins)Yes, Sir. I am looking into this matter and will write to my hon. Friend as soon as possible.
§ Mr. MathewI am obliged to my right hon. Friend. When considering the matter, will he take into account the importance of this service to seaside resorts during the summer holidays, and, when future decisions of this kind are to be taken, will he instruct his local officials to consult the local authorities which are directly affected?
§ Mr. BevinsYes, certainly.