HC Deb 26 January 1949 vol 460 cc145-6W
130. Mr. H. Fraser

asked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware of the queuing and time wasted by the public in applying for Government forms across Post Office counters; and if he will arrange for more of such forms to be freely available to the public without application in racks or other receptacles.

Mr. Wilfred Paling

The arrangements for the distribution of forms at Post Office counters are constantly under review in order, subject to accommodation difficulties. to arrive at the best balance, in the public interest, between loss of time in making application at the counter and the advantage secured from expert guidance in making a correct selection from the many forms on hand. In some cases the question of security arises. I shall be happy to consider any detailed suggestions the hon. Member may have to make.