§ 42. Brigadier Clarkeasked the Postmaster-General if he will now make a statement on the introduction of a four-penny stamp rate on letters.
§ 43. Sir C. Osborneasked the Postmaster-General for how long the 3d. postal rate lasted; how long he estimates the 4d. rate will last, in the light of the continued rising wages in industry; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. BennThe minimum rate for letters was raised from 2½d. to 3d. in 1957. I cannot say how long the 4d. rate will last. One of the objects of the present inquiry by consultants is to undertake a fundamental review of costs, services and charges; the outcome of which I cannot anticipate.