HC Deb 13 March 1923 vol 161 c1330W
Mr. FOOT

asked the Postmaster-General what progress has been made as to the installation of rural telephones since the 1st May, 1922?

Sir W. JOYNSON-HICKS

Since the 1st May, 1922, about 3,100 rural party line subscribers have been connected with the system, and 85 exchanges and about 650 call offices have been opened in rural areas. In addition, a large number of exchanges and call offices are now in course of completion.