§ Mr. BAIRDasked the Postmaster-General what progress has been made with the projected extension of the telephone to the Monkskirby, Pailton, and 1671W Brinklow area of Warwickshire; and when residents in that district may expect to have the service in operation?
§ Mr. HERBERT SAMUELThe inquiries regarding the proposed extension of the telephone system to the places mentioned are not yet complete, and at present I am unable to say when the service will be provided. The matter is being expedited, and I will communicate further with the hon. Member.
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§ Mr. PERKINSasked the Postmaster-General whether he will consider the extension of the telephone service from Romsey to Lockerley and Dunbridge, Hants, in order to meet the wishes of the traders and residents in those localities?
§ Mr. HERBERT SAMUELI will have inquiry made concerning the provision of telephone facilities at Lockerley and Dunbridge, and will communicate my decision to the hon. Member.