Oral Answers to Questions — British Broadcasting Corporation – in the House of Commons at 12:00 am on 19 March 1947.
Mr Victor Collins
, Taunton
12:00,
19 March 1947
asked the Assistant Postmaster-General if he has considered a report from the Institution of Electrical Engineers regarding interference with radio reception caused by unscreened domestic and industrial equipment; and if he proposes to take legislative or other action to deal with the matter.
Mr Wilfrid Burke
, Burnley
Legislative action to provide for the compulsory suppression of electrical interference with radio reception is being considered. In this connection, the Council of the Institution of Electrical Engineers have made valuable recommendations, which will be taken fully into account.
Mr Victor Collins
, Taunton
Can the Minister say if legislation will be introduced in the very near future?
Mr Wilfrid Burke
, Burnley
I am afraid it will not be this Session.
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