84. Mr. Garner-Evansasked the Postmaster-General what consideration he has given to the possibility of issuing distinctive stamps for the different parts of the United Kingdom; and whether he will make a statement.
§ Mr. Llewellynasked the Postmaster-General whether he will consider the issue of stamps of special interest to Wales.
Dr. HillHer Majesty The Queen has graciously approved in principle the issue of new stamps in the 2½d., 4d., and ls. 3d. denominations for Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and a 2½d. stamp in Jersey, Guernsey and the Isle of Man. The basic design of the stamps will remain unchanged. The head of Her Majesty will continue to be the dominant feature. The border will bear symbols or designs appropriate to the places I have mentioned. I propose to invite committees representative of cultural and artistic interests in these areas to advise on detailed designs for me to submit to Her Majesty for approval. The new stamps will be on sale only in the areas which they represent, but they will be valid for postage and revenue purposes throughout the British Isles.