HC Deb 09 June 1876 vol 229 cc1660-1

(24.) £333,210, to complete the sum for Superannuation and Retired Allowances.

(25.) £28,900, to complete the sum for the Merchant Seamen's Fund, Pensions, &c.

(26.) £27,000, to complete the sum for the Relief of Distressed British Seamen Abroad.

In reply to Sir H. DRUMMOND WOLFF,

MR. W. H. SMITH

said, that it was not found expedient to give the Legations abroad a general power to send home distressed British subjects. They were not always the most deserving persons, and such a power might lead to considerable and embarrassing charges. Occasions, however, did arise when it was right to undertake such duties.

Vote agreed to.

(27.) £3,738, to complete the sum for Miscellaneous Charitable Allowances, &c. Great Britain.