§ Mr. GILLasked the Postmaster-General what amount was paid in compensation in the last financial year for goods lost, stolen, or damaged during conveyance by post; and what percentage that represents of the total receipts?
§ Mr. LEES-SMITHThe amount paid in compensation in respect of Inland postal packets including parcels lost, stolen or damaged in the post during the last financial year was £19,207 or 0565 per cent. of the postage received.