§ Mr. GOLDMANasked the Postmaster-General what has been the estimated expenditure on construction, reconstruc- 1382W tion, and maintenance, respectively, since 1st January, 1912?
§ Mr. HERBERT SAMUELThe estimated expenditure upon telephones for the year ended 31st December, 1912, is:—
£ Construction 1,397,240 Reconstruction 481,745 Maintenance 1,265,845 £3,144,830
Mr. ALAN SYKESasked the Postmaster General what progress has been made in the redefinition of the boundaries of exchange areas which he stated on 20th May, 1912, was in contemplation?
§ Mr. HERBERT SAMUELThe question is closely connected with that of the revision of rates, which is now being dealt with. I am not yet in a position to make any definite statement on the subject.