Halfpenny Post (First Delivery).

Oral Answers to Questions — Post Office. – in the House of Commons at on 12 July 1922.

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Photo of Sir James Bruton Sir James Bruton , Gloucester

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asked the Postmaster-General whether he is aware of the inconvenience to the general public, and especially to those engaged in commerce, by the non-delivery by the first daily post of communications bearing a halfpenny stamp; and whether he will take steps to obviate the present unsatisfactory practice?

Photo of Mr Herbert Pease Mr Herbert Pease , Darlington

I would refer my hon. Friend to the answer which I gave to the hon. Member for Lincoln (Mr. A. T. Davies) on the 6th July.

Captain BENN:

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that in many cases of printed papers, advice notes and goods notes, there is great delay and expense because of the non-delivery of these documents?

Photo of Mr Herbert Pease Mr Herbert Pease , Darlington

As I said in the House yesterday, the Department has received some complaints in regard to this matter and are endeavouring to find a remedy.

Mr. GREENWOOD:

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that representations in regard to these matters have been made by the Federation of Master Cotton Spinners?

Photo of Mr Herbert Pease Mr Herbert Pease , Darlington

I have no doubt, if my hon. Friend says they have done so, it is so.