80. Mr. John Hallasked the Assistant Postmaster-General the number of applicants in the Marlow area still awaiting installation of telephones; and when he anticipates that their requirements will be satisfied.
§ Mr. GammansOne hundred and two applications were oustanding at 31st December, 1952. I regret that shortage of plant is causing delay in connecting up new subscribers in some parts of this area. New cables will be provided as soon as possible but a date cannot yet be given because predominantly business areas must have first claim on our limited resources.