HC Deb 14 March 1946 vol 420 c256W
99. Squadron-Leader Emrys Roberts

asked the Assistant Postmaster-General whether he will now consider introducing equal charges in rural and urban areas for installation and rental of telephones as part of a policy for increasing the amenities of rural areas.

Mr. Burke

The charges for telephone service are the same in rural areas as in urban areas, except in London and the four largest cities, where the rental charges are somewhat higher.

Mr. Goronwy Roberts

asked the Assistant Postmaster-General if he is aware of the need for a telephone kiosk in the populous but remote village of Rhiwlas, Caernarvonshire, inasmuch as hardship has accrued to the inhabitants, particularly to service personnel and their relatives and to invalid persons, over a long period because of the lack of this amenity; and if he will take action in the matter.

Mr. Burke

Yes, Sir; and the work is being put in hand.