asked the Secretary to the Treasury whether the remuneration allowed to sub-postmasters works out at less than one halfpenny for each £l worth of insurance stamps sold; whether only 10s. is paid on account after the performance of upwards of six months' work; and, if so, whether he will consider the provision of more adequate payment?

My right hon. Friend has asked me to answer this question. The whole matter has recently been discussed by me with a deputation from the Sub-Postmasters' Federation, and I am now considering their representations.