HC Deb 29 January 1969 vol 776 cc351-2W
Mr. Stratton Mills

asked the Postmaster-General how many representations have been received, to the nearest convenient date, concerning letters posted with a 5d. stamp and delivered with the second-class mail; and how much it has cost to investigate these complaints.

Mr. Stonehouse

These figures are not readily available and could not be obtained without considerable expenditure of time and money.

Mr. Edward M. Taylor

asked the Postmaster-General if, in view of the delays in mail which will result from the Post Office overtime ban being applied as from Monday, 27th January, he will suspend the 5d. postal service for letters until the dispute with the Union is resolved and the normal service can be restored.

Mr. Stonehouse

No; 5d. letters are still getting priority treatment.