§ MR. J. P. X. O'BRIEN (Mayo, S.)asked the Secretary to the Board of Trade, If he will use whatever influence or authority he possesses with the Mid 165 land Great Western Railway (Ireland) Company to induce them to make better provision for the poor harvestmen carried on their line, and for traffic accommodation for fairs, markets, &c.?
THE SECEETAEY (Baron HENRY DE WORMS) (Liverpool, East Toxteth)The form in which the hon. Member has asked his Question seems to show that he is aware that the Board of Trade have no authority to intervene in the conduct and management of the traffic, which is a matter for which the Railway Company is responsible. I have little doubt, however, that a proper representation made to the Company would meet with due attention.