HC Deb 05 March 1931 vol 249 cc613-4W
Major EDMONDSON

asked the Postmaster-General whether he will consider the desirability of returning to the position that existed prior to March, 1928, with regard to the broadcasting of political and controversial matter?

Mr. VIANT

I do not consider that it would be in the public interest, or in accordance with the wishes of wireless listeners, to reimpose the ban on the broadcasting of political and controversial matter which was removed in March, 1928.

Major EDMONDSON

asked the Postmaster-General if he will give particulars of any changes that have taken place in the personnel of the governing body of the British Broadcasting Corporation since March, 1928?

Mr. VIANT

The only change that has taken place is that the Right Hon. J. H. Whitley was appointed chairman in place of Lord Clarendon, as from 2nd June, 1930.

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