HC Deb 25 June 1958 vol 590 cc25-6W
59. Sir L. Ropner

asked the Postmaster-General how many private telephones have been installed in the West Riding of Yorkshire since June, 1955; and how many applicants are awaiting service.

Mr. K. Thompson

Approximately 38,000 private telephones were installed in the West Riding of Yorkshire between June, 1955, and March, 1958, and just over 5,000 applicants are awaiting service. About half of the latter will be given service in the near future.