HC Deb 13 July 1966 vol 731 c198W
21. Sir E. Errington

asked the Postmaster-General what is the reason for the delay in the provision of telephone facilities in the Blackwater area of Hampshire; and whether he will take steps to make available such facilities forthwith in view of the existing inconvenience.

Mr. Joseph Slater

The demand for telephones has increased very rapidly and no more can be connected to Yately exchange for the time being. Urgent relief measures, including a mobile exchange, are already in hand and we hope soon to begin to connect about half of those now waiting. Other measures will follow as quickly as practicable.