§ Sir D. Kaberryasked the Postmaster-General if he will institute an inquiry into the postal services between London and Leeds in order to avoid the regular delay of up to two days between the posting of a letter at Leeds Central Post Office and delivery in the Westminster area.
§ Mr. Edward ShortYes. I will let the hon. Gentleman know the outcome.
§ Sir D. Kaberryasked the Postmaster-General why letters posted at Coalville on 28th February were not delivered in Westminster until 9 a.m. on 1st March, and a letter posted in Weybridge on 28th February before 5 p.m. was not delivered until 1st March.
§ Mr. Edward ShortThese were unsealed packets of printed papers pre-paid 3d. Such packets are not usually delivered as quickly as fully-paid letters, and I do not think 40 hours is unreasonable.