asked the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs if he is aware that delays of post from Germany amount to 21 days, owing to censorship; and will he rectify this matter.

No, Sir. Mail from Germany is not normally delayed by the censorship authorities for more than 48 hours. I am informed that the average time taken for letters to reach this country is 13 days.

Is the hon. Gentleman aware that letters I have had differ in fact considerably from what he has said, and will he go into this matter if I give him details?

I am prepared to go into any case which the hon. Member sends me, provided he can give me the envelopes concerned.

Why is it necessary to have a censorship at all in Germany?

The general question of censorship is under consideration, and it may be possible to make an announcement later.