HC Deb 12 May 1843 vol 69 cc246-7
Sir H. Barron

asked whether a survey had been ordered by the Government respecting a more expeditious mode of conveying the mails through Wales to Ireland, and, if so, when it would be completed; or whether the Government thought that they had sufficient evidence already before them on this subject?

Sir R. Peel

said, the Government had not ordered any survey. The evidence was conclusive in favour of the line from Chester by Bangor to some port. Then the question arose which should be the port, and the commissioners decided in favour of Holyhead; and he thought they decided judiciously. The details of the arrangement were still under consideration.

Sir H. Barron:

The right hon. Baronet had not stated whether he considered a survey necessary.

Sir R. Peel

said, he thought it was not. The only survey which could be necessary was a naval survey.

Sir H. Barron

said, that was what he meant.

Sir R. Peel

said, Government would lend its assistance to solve any doubts which might exist as to the port to be selected, but he would not commit himself to the expenditure of any of the public money.