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Wynne [ ], Awelfor, 44 Sydenham Avenue, Abergele. Has spent nine days in hospital. Was much impressed by Tros y Tresi and is looking for an opportunity to read it to the older children. Found the experience of reading the book extremely moving. Was moved to tears by its contents. Reflects on some of the individuals mentioned in the text. Small wonder that he is a Socialist. Discusses the parlous state of his own health. Welsh.

Wynford, Mabel and Jane [ ], Clay Cross Vicarage, near Chesterfield, Derbyshire. Thanks for the gift of Tros y Tresi which they have much enjoyed. Lloyd George was a hero to their family in former days, and they were pleased to read the references to him in the book. They will always recall Huw T. Edwards's kindness. Is looking for a suitable theme for a talk to be given to a Welsh Society from Derby, Chesterfield and Alfreton at the end of May. Where could the writer find details of the work of the Council for Wales? Welsh.

Wyn [Roberts], Independent Television for South Wales and the West of England, Pontcanna Studios, Cardiff. Is glad that Sir Grismond Phillips is calling an official meeting of the Welsh directors on 6 November. Feels that they lack policy these days, and that there is a real danger of losing leadership in Wales unless something happens quickly. Feels that there is a need for a single spokesman to speak officially on behalf of TWW in Wales. Sir Grismond Phillips or one of the directors should do this. Secondly, there is a need to develop a Welsh policy with plenty of strength in it. There is sure to be a Third Channel for Wales in 1964, and it is likely that that channel will be for the issue of 'Toll Television'. A new company should be set up to operate Toll Television, a company backed by TWW to the tune of perhaps 49%. The resultant publicity would be well worth the cost of establishing it. This would be a company for Wales, and would include the best such as T. H. Parry-Williams and Sir Emrys Evans. Two similar companies have already been set up for England. Laurence Olivier is in one of them, and Bernstein in the other. Toll television results in programmes of a much higher quality than commercial television as there are greater resources available. Explains how the potential cost would work out. Has spoken to Lord Derby and Sir Grismond, but with very little response. Is now presenting the facts to Huw T. Edwards and to Sir Ifan ab Owen Edwards. If TWW is not prepared to act, then he feels that he, Huw T. Edwards and Sir Ifan should take matters into their own hands. Welsh.

Wyn Roberts, Independent Television for South Wales and the West of England, Pontcanna Studios, Cardiff. An obituary of Sir Winston Churchill is in preparation. Mrs Crum Ewing, who is doing most of the work, would like to meet Huw T. Edwards when he next comes to London. The writer has told her about Huw T. Edwards's connection with the Tonypandy Riots and how he subsequently changed his mind about Churchill. The writer is sending her an account as it appeared in Tros y Tresi.

Wyn [Roberts], Independent Television for South Wales and the West of England. Pontcanna Studios, Cardiff. His negotiations with David Lloyd who was offered the opportunity to take over Hoff Alawon from Huw T. Edwards. Hopes that use will be made of Lloyd in another series later on.

Wyn [Roberts], 47 Marlborough Road, Cardiff. Wrote to Hooson for a copy of the book and to inform him that Huw T. Edwards had accepted the offer. They can have a conversation when they next meet. Welsh.

Wyn Roberts, 47 Marlborough Road, Cardiff. Is in Alexandra Palace with Tros y Tresi open in front of him. Feels that he knows Huw T. Edwards much better after reading his book. Intends to begin on the translation immediately, but thinks the matter should be kept confidential for the moment. Welsh.

Wyn [Roberts], 28 Highfield Road, Llandaff. It is an exceptionally fine and promising Sunday morning. Feels very unhappy and disorientated. Has always felt thus to some extent, but the feeling has increased recently when he faces a decision about his future direction. He has apologised to Lynn Evans and to Lyn Howell. They should have a chat soon about the new Welsh service. He has been worrying about two aspects of the company: the unimaginative, unhelpful spirit; and the blatantly money grabbing attitude. Knows that Bryan feels the same way. Could also note the directly educational attitude of the ITA as presented by Lottie and her like! There is a need to recapture the creative spirit, and there is a need to have a firm policy and stick to it. A policy did once exist, but it was overturned in order to please the Authority and Pilkington. A direct effort should be made to teach Welsh to non-Welsh speakers. There should be two lessons per week and Welsh language programmes aimed at children and young people. Suggests a Welsh-language programme each evening between 5.25 and 5.55. These would clash with the BBC programmes. Intends to draft a discussion paper on the subject so that it can be discussed at the next meeting of the Welsh Board. Welsh.

W.J. and M.E. Williams, Bryn Myfyr, Lletty. Have intended writing for some time to say how much they have enjoyed the book. Many who have read it have been delighted by it. Gives local news. Huw T. Edwards's impending trip to London. Welsh.

Winston S. Churchill, Prime Minister, 10 Downing Street, London. In 1943 Huw T. Edwards received from one of Churchill's secretaries a letter stating that it was the intention to nominate him for an honour to King George VI. He accepted the honour, believing that Churchill was sincere in the many tributes which he had paid to the Labour leaders. He also felt that the honour was a tribute to the many thousands of members of his trades union and the role which they had played in the war effort. But Churchill's recent broadcast speeches have made it abundantly clear that 'a very great war leader is prepared to malign and discredit the whole Movement to which [the writer] has the honour of belonging'. He is further insulting the intelligence of the British electorate by suggesting that the election of a Labour Government to power would mean 'the introduction of a Gestapo and all the other vile things that Nazi Germany stood for ...'. Wishes his name, therefore, to be removed from the official list of Members of the British Empire. He will be returning, under separate cover, the Medal and Scroll.

William Whiteley, Treasury, 12 Downing Street. Morgan Phillips has sent on Huw T. Edwards's letter listing eight persons whom he considers to be worthy recipients of honours. Would like him to select two persons. There would seem to be half a million people anxious to secure honours. 'Private and Confidential'. For reply see A2/10.

William Whiteley, MP, 12 Downing Street, London SW1. William Whiteley will recall that Huw T. Edwards wrote to him as President of the North Wales Labour Parties Federation recommending names for inclusion in the Honours List. Of these names, Mrs M. Silyn Roberts of Bangor was honoured, and there was generally a great deal of satisfaction in North Wales when the list was published. The writer certainly has no axe to grind as he has no wish for an honour. Names three further individuals from North Wales whom he believes to be worthy recipients of honours: David Thomas of Bangor, Alderman W. J. Rees of Rhyl, and Alderman J. T. Edwards of Ponciau, Wrexham. Outlines briefly their records of public service. All three are pioneers of the Labour Movement within North Wales, and their recognition in this way would be highly popular in North Wales. 'Private and Confidential'.

William Whiteley, MP, 12 Downing Street, London SW1. The following two are the most worthy recipients of honours out of those on the list which he submitted to Mr Morgan Phillips: Alderman W. J. Rees of Rhyl and Mrs Mary Silyn Roberts of Bangor. Outlines their respective records of public service. 'Private & Confidential' Written in reply to A1/12.

William Thomas, Welsh Office, Ministry of Housing and Local Government, Cathays Park, Cardiff. Wishes Huw T. Edwards to call in the office to discuss an important matter.

William Thomas, Welsh Office, Ministry of Housing and Local Government, Cathays Park, Cardiff. Has arranged for a young colleague called John Handel Clement to provide assistance to J. Leslie Palmer, the Secretary of the Council for Wales and Monmouthshire. 'Private and Confidential'.

William Harries, Chairman of the Welsh Trade Centre, Bracken House, 110 Queen Victoria Street, London EC4. Invites Huw T. Edwards to attend a luncheon which he is giving at the House of Commons on 7 November. Lord Ogmore has very kindly agreed to make arrangements to secure this venue. The aim of the Welsh Trade Centre is to provide a permanent showroom display in the West End of London for consumer goods made in Wales, for Welsh industry and tourism. It is hoped to establish it in Regent Street or Piccadilly, where many hundreds of visitors would come each day. Such a centre would do much for the good name of Wales, her products, her industries and tourism.