§ Mr. Stratton Millsasked the Postmaster-General when the present type of private Division Bell was designed; what are its measurements; and whether he will take steps to reduce the size and improve the appearance.
§ Mr. BevinsThe standard telephone bell used has recently been modernized188W in appearance and its dimensions reduced slightly to eight inches long, six inches wide and one and three quarter inches deep, but the basic design goes back many years. The use of separate telephone bells is declining and I have no present plans for further design modifications. I agree however that we could improve the method of installing the bell and switch when used as a private Division Bell. I am looking into this and will write to my hon. Friend.