HC Deb 05 December 1945 vol 416 cc2461-2W
Mr. Shawcross

asked the First Lord of the Admiralty whether he is aware that an Admiralty message has been promulgated in the British Pacific Fleet to the effect that Christmas parcels and mail will not reach the fleet until after Christmas; and if he will take immediate steps by means of air transport or otherwise to expedite delivery.

Mr. Alexander

No such message as that referred to has been sent by the Admiralty. I am glad to inform my hon. and gallant Friend that the Christmas mail for the Pacific Fleet is now on its way in one of His Majesty's ships and should arrive in good time.

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