§ 6. Mr. Patrick Thompsonasked the Secretary of State for the Home Department what steps are being taken to improve the emergency broadcasting system.
§ Mr. Giles ShawThe main improvements involve the strengthening of installations at certain BBC transmitters and the extension of the wartime broadcasting service to include its local radio stations.
§ Mr. ThompsonDoes my right hon. Friend accept the urgency of the need to press ahead with improving communications between local authorities and local 439 communities, especially now that it is generally accepted that civil defence personnel and facilities can be used for all major hazards, including civil hazards?
§ Mr. ShawMy hon. Friend is right. We are pressing ahead and will push the matter through as fast as possible. My hon. Friend will be aware of a private Member's Bill on this subject.