§ Mr. Robert Howarthasked the Postmaster-General if he will now review the situation in Bolton where at the present time there are no lines available for people wishing to have a telephone installed and there is likely to be a continuing shortage of underground cables.
§ Mr. Joseph SlaterMore exchange equipment and cables are already being provided; the majority of those now waiting for telephones in Bolton will get service by the autumn. Further cable schemes are being planned and the remaining orders will be met by next spring.