§ 31. Mr. Moonmanasked the Postmaster-General if he will introduce a cost-benefit analysis on the use of digits as opposed to place names in the telephone service.
§ Mr. StonehouseNo, Sir.
§ Mr. MoonmanIs my right hon. Friend aware that the feeling of many people is that the digital system is clumsy, costly and becoming chaotic? If he is not able to afford a research project, will he not consider sharing the cost with the E.I.U. or the P.E.P.?
§ Mr. StonehouseI do not agree with my hon. Friend's expression of opinion. The system which has been introduced is becoming generally acceptable. It is very convenient and I believe that in years to come it will be valued for what it is—a very efficient system. There were overwhelming operational reasons for its introduction.