§ Sir V. WARRENDERasked the Postmaster-General whether he has inquired into the circumstances surrounding the cashing of a crossed cheque, value £5 10s., at the Charing Cross post office on 3rd September, by Albert Beer, who was subsequently convicted for forgery in respect of this and other transactions; whether he is satisfied that the post office officials did not, by their action in this case, infringe the regulations in force regarding the cashing of cheques; and, if not so satisfied, whether he will compensate the drawer of the cheque for his loss?
§ Mr. LEES-SMITHI am advised that in receiving payment of the cheque in question, on behalf of Albert Beer, my officers acted in good faith and without negligence, and, having regard to Section 82 of the Bills of Exchange Act, 1882, I am under no liability to the true owner of the cheque.