HC Deb 16 October 1969 vol 788 cc580-1
9. Mr. Hector Hughes

asked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications if he will state the progress made under his jurisdiction for improving radio and television reception and postal services in and to North-East Scotland during the last six months to the latest convenient date.

Mr. Stonehouse

As to radio and television reception, there has been no change in transmission arrangements during the last six months. But the I.T.A. expects to open its new station at Aviemore this winter.

Detailed responsibility for the postal services has passed to the Post Office Corporation.

Mr. Hughes

Would my right hon. Friend make further inquiries and openly confess why North-East Scotland, especially Aberdeen, is singled out for this adverse treatment? Is it a Sassenach prejudice against the Scots?

Mr. Stonehouse

I am sure that that is not the case. The I.T.A. is doing its best to improve reception in this part of Scotland.