§ Sir G. Nicholsonasked the Postmaster-General what arrangements he has made to appoint a chairman of the Independent Television Authority.
§ Mr. BevinsThe Government have decided to defer the appointment of a new Chairman until consideration of the Television Bill by Parliament is further advanced. Meanwhile the Deputy-Chairman of the Authority, Sir John Carmichael, will continue to act as Chairman for the next few months, and I am very grateful to him for his willingness to undertake this responsibility.