§ SIR JAMES FERGUSSONasked, Whether attention has been called to the insanitary state of Richmond Barracks, Dublin; and, whether any Special Reports have been made upon the drainage and other circumstances of the Barracks; and, in that case, whether any early steps will be taken to remedy the defects?
§ THE FINANCIAL SECRETARY, WAR DEPARTMENT (Mr. H. S. NORTHCOTE)The attention of the War Department has been drawn to the insanitary state of Richmond Barracks, 312 Dublin; but their unhealthiness is believed to be attributable rather to the condition of the neighbourhood generally than to any special defects in the drainage or ventilation of the barracks themselves. It is under consideration whether any steps can be taken to improve the sanitary condition of Richmond Barracks.