Mr. Mitchellasked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware that on 4th July at 10.30 p.m. a delay of 40 minutes was advised in a telephone call from London to Alloa; and whether he will take steps to increase further the trunk lines to Scotland?
§ Sir W. WomersleyIt is unusual for a delay of 40 minutes to be advised on a call from London to Scotland at 10.30 p.m. Unfortunately there was a number of circuit faults on the evening of the 4th July and some congestion resulted. Arrangements were made some time ago for additional circuits to be provided between London and Scotland and it is anticipated that these will be available before long.