§ Geraldine SmithTo ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry how many licences have been issued by Postcomm within the reserved area; and what assessment she has made of their impact on Consignia's ability to meet its universal service obligations. [13743]
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§ Mr. AlexanderTo date, following consultation, Postcomm has issued a licence to Consignia plc. a condition of which requires the provision of a universal postal service, and four other licences.
Postcomm's primary duty is to exercise its functions in the manner which it considers is best calculated to ensure the provision of a universal postal service. Subject to this duty Postcomm shall exercise its functions in the manner which it considers is best calculated to further the interests of users of postal services, wherever appropriate by promoting effective competition between postal operators.