§ Mr. Braineasked the Postmaster-General what representations have been made to him by public bodies, including fire service authorities, with regard to the desirability of making all emergency telephone calls free of charge; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. BevinsI have received representations from the Essex County Council, on behalf of the fire service authorities in the county. Ten local authorities in Essex have supported these representations. As regards future policy, I would refer my hon. Friend to my reply today to the Questions by my hon. Friends the Members for Ilford, North (Mr. Iremonger) and Harwich (Mr. Ridsdale).