HC Deb 09 February 1949 vol 461 c63W
85. Brigadier Peto

asked the Postmaster-General whether he will consider the issuing of wireless licences to cover six-monthly periods, as there are many who feel that the present cost for 12 months is beyond their means.

Mr. Wilfred Paling

No. I would not feel justified in recommending to this House a system which would involve a large increase in expenditure both in money and manpower and which would add to the pressure on Post Office counters. The Post Office already provides facilities for saving by means of 6d. and 2s. 6d. saving stamps and listeners can, if they wish, save up the money for their licences in this way.