§ Mr. Hastingsasked the Postmaster-General what is the increase in the quarterly charge for telephone coin boxes in public houses this year.
§ Mr. Edward ShortThe quarterly charge for all rented coin boxes has been increased from £1 to £2 10s. 0d. At the same time the renters' rebate on the money they collect has also been increased. The combined effect will depend on the number of calls made from a particular box, the renter being better off if his box is used frequently.
Overall, Post Office revenue from this source is expected to fall.