§ Mr. Goldieasked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware of the great delay experienced in the London area in the delivery of registered packages and letters as compared with those not so registered; and whether, in view of the inconvenience caused in professional and business circles, he will take steps to accelerate such delivery.
§ Captain CrookshankI am not aware of any general delay in the delivery of registered letters in London, though some delay has occurred in the delivery of registered parcels. The hon. and learned Member will realise that letters and parcels sent by registered post require special treatment and take more time, and for this reason it is undesirable to use it for perishable goods at any time of the year. Very heavy use is, however, now being made of the registered post, with consequential demands on Post Office staff and accommodation, both of which are hard pressed. I have appealed to the public to help the Post Office and themselves by using the registered services as sparingly as possible, particularly at Christmas.