HC Deb 10 February 1971 vol 811 c524
42. Mr. Costain

asked the Lord President of the Council if he will arrange for television annunciators to be placed in selected positions in the Chamber of the House of Commons, to indicate to visitors in the Strangers' Gallery who is speaking in the House.

Mr. Whitelaw

I will ask the Services Committee to consider my hon. Friend's suggestion.

Mr. Costain

I am grateful for that answer. Would my right hon. Friend say when this can be installed for the benefit of the House?

Hon. Members

Speak up.

Mr. Whitelaw

In answer to what I think my hon. Friend asked, we will certainly look into the question, and if it proves technically feasible it may be for the general convenience of the House and for members of the Press Gallery, but it is a question of whether it is technically feasible.