§ Mr. P. OLIVERasked the Postmaster-General whether he is prepared to extend to persons who are permanently bedridden or home-fast the same exemption from fees in respect of wireless licences as is at present extended to blind persons; and, if legislation is required for the purpose, is he prepared to introduce a Bill?
§ Mr. LEES-SMITHThe Broadcasting Committee, 1925, considered the question of the grant of free wireless licences and recommended that this concession be made to blind persons only. Effect was given to the Committee's recommendation by the Wireless Telegraphy (Blind Persons Facilities) Act, 1326. I do not consider that I should be justified in asking Parliament to extend the concession to other classes of the community.