§ Sir M. Stoddart-Scottasked the Postmaster-General if he expects there to be a delay in the issuing of the special stamps to celebrate the 700th anniversary of the Simon de Montfort Parliament; how many of each stamp are being issued; and if he is satisfied with the colours of these stamps.
§ Mr. BennI am sorry that because of the continuing unofficial ban on overtime at our Supplies Depots it will not now be possible to put these stamps on sale on 10th June as was planned. I shall announce a new date as soon as possible.
The number of stamps to be issued will be 10 million of the 6d. denomination and 5 million of the 2s. 6d. denomination. I am satisfied with the colours of the stamps: in fact I believe this issue will prove to be very popular.