HC Deb 01 November 1955 vol 545 cc88-9W
56. Mr. Edelman

asked the Prime Minister whether, in view of the 14-day rule on broadcast discussion, he will arrange for the business of the House to be announced 14 days in advance of its transaction.

The Prime Minister

I think it is important that we should maintain flexibility in our business, and I do not think that any change in the present long standing practice is desirable.

57. Mr. Donnelly

asked the Prime Minister whether he will make a statement regarding the new instructions issued by Her Majesty's Government to the British Broadcasting Corporation concerning discussion on the radio about the Budget.

The Prime Minister

No new instructions concerning radio discussion have been issued by Her Majesty's Government to the British Broadcasting Corporation since the direction embodying the 14-day rule was issued by the Postmaster-General on 27th July last.