§ COLONEL DAWNAY (York, N.E., Thirsk)asked the First Lord of the Treasury, Whether, considering the anxiety of all classes, especially of tenant farmers, for the establishment of a "close time" for hares, and the fact, as proved by Petitions from all parts of the country, that there is an almost unanimous assent to the measure which has been introduced this Session, Her Majesty's Government are prepared to assist in forwarding a similar measure next Session?
§ THE FIRST LORD (Mr. W. H. SMITH) (Strand, Westminster)I am aware of the favour shown by many Members who represent agricultural constituencies towards the Close Time for Hares Bill; but I am afraid it is impossible for the Government to give any pledges as regards the Bill and next Session.
§ MR. EDWARD HARRINGTON (Kerry, W.)Will the Government establish a close time for the Irish tenants?