HC Deb 25 May 1894 vol 24 cc1269-70
MR. FIELD

I beg to ask the Secretary of State for War whether the building operations on the Curragh Camp are to be still further delayed; whether, in view of the want of employment in the locality, he would insist on the progress of the works, as previously promised by his Department; and whether the War Office intend to use Killaloe slates in Irish buildings?

* MR. CAMPBELL-BANNERMAN

Preparations for a further contract for works at the Curragh arc being made; but as the contract will be a very large one, the necessary plans and other documents will not be completed for some time to come. As regards the use of Killaloe slates, I have nothing to add to my answer to the hon. Member for North Tipperary on the 26th ultimo.

MR. FIELD

When is it probable that the work will be commenced?

MR. CAMPBELL-BANNERMAN

I cannot say; the specifications are now being prepared.

MR. FIELD

Will the right hon. Gentleman press the work on?

MR. CAMPBELL-BANNERMAN

I will do all I can.