§ 13. Mr. Selwyn Gummerasked the Minister of Posts and Telecommunications whether he is satisfied with the regulations which prohibit British firms from posting material overseas for delivery in Great Britain at a cost lower than the rates payable on the same material posted in the United Kingdom; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. ChatawayI am satisfied that these regulations, which are now the responsibility of the Post Office, are compatible with the obligations assumed by Her Majesty's Government under the Universal Postal Convention.
§ Mr. GummerIs there any distinction in the use of these regulations between countries like the Netherlands and others outside the Commonwealth and countries in the Commonwealth, such as Gibraltar, where it is cheaper to send post from this country and back?
§ Mr. ChatawayIn this matter we are governed by the convention of the U.P.U. which applies to all Member States whether inside or outside the Commonwealth.