HC Deb 13 July 1966 vol 731 c1449
13. Mr. Randall

asked the Postmaster-General if he will provide a different type of telephone kiosk for new modern development areas.

Mr. Edward Short

Yes, Sir. A new kiosk, designed by Mr. Bruce Martin, is being developed. It has been planned to blend with old and new architecture in both rural and urban areas. It is hoped that these new kiosks will be available in the spring of 1968.

Mr. Randall

May I thank my right hon. Friend for that reply? Can he tell us anything more about the new design than he has already indicated to the House? Do I understand that it will become available in 1968?

Mr. Short

Yes, Sir. It will become available in 1968, and, as new kiosks are required, they will be brought into use. They will replace the old, present-day kiosks which I think came into operation in 1935, although they have a 50-year life. But the new kiosk will appear. It is an excellent design. Its sides consist of three large windows reaching from the floor to the roof, which we believe will cut down vandalism.