§ Lord Monteaglewished to obtain certain returns, relating to Holyhead Harbour, which had been laid before the other House. Rapid communication between this country and Ireland was so necessary that he need make no comment upon it. He wished to say one word with respect to Holyhead Harbour, although he did not wish to press the Government for a decisive answer, inasmuch as it was under the consideration of the other House just now, but he should urge upon the consideration of the Government, the great importance of having the utmost facility in the communication between this country and Ireland, and above all, at the present time. To give effect to this, it was essential that the harbour of Holyhead should be as safe as possible. He was induced to allude to this subject, because he felt the great interest which it excited in the public mind in Ireland.
§ The Duke of Wellingtonhad no objection to the production of the papers. With respect to the improvement of Holyhead Harbour, he could not at present say anything on the subject; but there could be no object more interesting than to render the communication with Ireland as expeditious and convenient as possible.