§ Mr. Bostonasked the Postmaster-General (1) whether overseas calls originating outside London and the Home Counties are at any disadvantage as com- 142W pared with those made from London and the Home Counties;
(2) whether international calls originating outside London are delayed because of congestion on lines into London; and to what extent London subscribers receive priority over provincial subscribers.
§ Mr. Joseph SlaterOverseas calls from all subscribers may be delayed by congestion on the lines to the overseas exchanges. The risk is somewhat greater from the provinces since each connexion involves more links and to this extent the London subscriber has an advantage. I will be pleased to look into any specific delays my hon. Friend has in mind.