HC Deb 27 February 1969 vol 778 cc1912-3
38. Mr. Emery

asked the Postmaster-General what steps he has taken to speed up the reception of B.B.C.2 and colour television in Devon.

Mr. Stonehouse

The extension of these services is primarily a matter for the B.B.C. The overall plan for B.B.C.2, including three main stations to serve Devon, is going ahead as fast as possible.

Mr. Emery

Does the right hon. Gentleman realise that Devon will be the last large area in the country to receive B.B.C.2 and colour television? Is he aware that most of my constituents object strongly to having to pay the same licence fee for a much depleted service?

Mr. Stonehouse

I do not agree. The plan is for Caradon Hill to start in spring, 1969, and two more stations are due, one in late 1971 and the other, including Torquay, in 1973.

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