78. Mr. H. D. Hughesasked the Postmaster-General what steps are being taken, other than consideration of legislation, to protect radio and television reception from interference by motor vehicle ignition.
§ Mr. HobsonThe Post Office has co-operated with the motor car, electrical and radio industries in preparing the specification for a cheap device which can be easily and quickly fitted to motor car ignition systems. This will, without affecting to any extent the efficiency of the engine, appreciably reduce interference with wireless sound and television reception. I am having all Post Office motor vehicles and mechanical aids in the service area of the London Television Station fitted with interference suppressors, and many other large users of motor vehicles in the area are making similar arrangements. Every effort is made by the Post Office to encourage users of all types of electrical equipment which may cause radio interference to adopt all practicable measures for reducing such interference.