§ Mr. Wilkinsonasked the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry what measures he has taken to stop the interference caused by an amateur radio transmitter to the reception of television and radio programmes and telephone conversations by the residents of Tudor Close, Eastcote, Middlesex; and whether he is still receiving complaints about such interference.
§ Mr. ButcherSince it has proved impossible to resolve complaints from Tudor close residents, my right hon. Friend has proposed that the terms of the radio amateur's licence be varied. Solicitors acting for the amateur have made representations on his behalf and have expressed their intention to make further oral representations, but wish to have an expert to carry out certain tests before doing so. These tests will be carried out on 27 October in the presence of officials of the Department's radio investigation service. The amateur's station is closed down pending the outcome of the licence variation proceedings and no complaints have been received from local residents since this closure took effect on 8 October.
I hope that it will be possible to find an early and permanent solution to this difficult problem.