HC Deb 10 March 1898 vol 54 cc1248-9
LORD CHARLES BERESFORD

I beg to ask the First Lord of the Treasury whether the Government can see their way to recommend the establishment of a Royal Residence in Ireland?

MR. DILLON

Before the right hon. Gentleman answers, I should like to ask him whether he is aware that the Irish people have not the slightest desire for a Royal residence in that country; and whether, under these circumstances, he can see his way to recommend the Government to set aside for the relief of the starving poor in the west of Ireland—

MR. SPEAKER

Order, order!

THE FIRST LORD OF THE TREASURY

I am not at all aware of the fact alluded to by the hon. Gentleman opposite; but, as far as the Question on the Paper is concerned, I think my noble Friend will see that this is a matter which concerns the domestic arrangements of the Royal Family, and can hardly be said to come within the sphere of the Government.

MR. DILLON

Hear, hear! We shall hear no more of it.