§ 93. Mr. Deedesasked the Postmaster-General what action his Department is taking to meet complaints from commercial undertakings in respect of delays in cables sent to all parts of the Far East.
§ Mr. Ness EdwardsTelegraph traffic to the Far East has increased by well over 70 per cent. during the last few months, and much of the traffic is carried by wireless channels which are subject to atmospheric interference. The matter is constantly under examination, and arrangements are in hand to improve the cable position as soon as possible.