§ 4. Mr. Errollasked the Postmaster-General what priority he exercises to secure early delivery of new vehicles for his Department.
§ Mr. Wilfred PalingNo priority is exercised to secure early delivery of new vehicles.
§ 5. Mr. Errollasked the Postmaster-General what period of time elapses between his placing an order for light Post Office delivery vehicles and their receipt by him from the makers.
§ Mr. Wilfred PalingDelivery of light Post Office vehicles commences about six months, on average, after the placing of the order and is normally spread over nine to 18 months. Preliminary advice is given to manufacturers four to six months before the order is placed.