§ Mr. Alfred Morrisasked the Postmaster-General whether the City of Manchester's application to operate a local radio station has been approved; and if he will make a statement on the progress of his Department's consultations about the commencement of local broadcasting.
§ Mr. Edward ShortNo proposal for the location of a local radio station has been approved. Local authorities are notifying their interest in obtaining one of the nine experimental stations to the B.B.C.; and the Corporation will put considered proposals to me. I expect to announce the first three stations soon.