HC Deb 06 March 1891 vol 351 c431
DR. TANNER

I beg to ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland whether any, and, if so, what relief works are intended to be instituted in the Kanturk Union for the relief of labourers in the district?

MR. A. J. BALFOUR

The condition of Kanturk Union is receiving careful attention. It has not so far been found necessary to open relief works there.

DR. TANNER

Is the right hon. Gentleman aware that the gentlemen who are under the Poor Law Board have made repeated visits and reported unfavourably upon the condition of the labourers in this district?

MR. A. J. BALFOUR

I have said the condition of the Union is receiving attention.

DR. TANNER

If it is clearly shown that the people are in a very bad condition—starving condition—will something be done?

MR. A. J. BALFOUR

If relief works are necessary they will be started.

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