MR. PATRICK O'BRIENI beg to ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland whether two mem- 284 bers of the Royal Irish Constabulary are stationed at Holy head; and, if so, with what object; and, will he state what they are paid, and whether the cost of maintaining them at Holyhead is thrown upon Ireland.
§ MR. G. W. BALFOUROnly one member of the constabulary is stationed at Holyhead. He is engaged on ordinary police and detective duty, which includes the arrest of absconding criminals, the detention of stolen property, and the various other duties incidental to an important port in constant communication with Ireland. His pay and allowances, which are at the usual rate, are paid from the Constabulary Vote.
MR. PATRICK O'BRIENAre any British policemen stationed in Ireland, and paid for out of the Irish funds?
§ MR. G. W. BALFOURI do not see how that could be.