§ MR. J. P. FARRELLOn behalf of the hon. Member for North Wexford (Mr. THOMAS HEALY), I beg to ask the President of the Board of Trade if sailors and tradesmen, employed by the Irish Lights Board are held entitled to retiring allowances in old age; and, if so, why are the workmen who act as gasmakers to the Irish lighthouses not similarly treated?
§ MR. RITCHIESeamen, and certain foremen tradesmen in the service of the Commissioners of Irish Lights, are entitled to pensions. Gasmakers are qualified for gratuities on retirement after fifteen years' service, but not for pensions, as they are not on the permanent staff.
§ MR. JAMES O'CONNOR (Wicklow, W.)I beg to ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, whether he intends to bring in a Bill for the more efficient management of the Irish Lights Board?
§ MR. RITCHIENo, Sir.