§ MR. DUFFY (Galway, S.)I beg to ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord-Lieutenant of Ireland whether he is aware that Peter Morrissey, of Carrigeen, near Craughwell, is presumably under police protection; that a special police hut, containing four policemen, was set up some years ago, and is still maintained, for his sole protection; that Morrissey for several years back has remonstrated against this protection; and, if so, will he say whether any part of the cost of the police will be charged to the people of the district; and when may Peter Morrissey expect a release from this protection.
§ MR. WYNDHAMThis man was afforded special protection because such was considered necessary in the opinion of the local responsible authorities. It was discontinued last week under circumstances which satisfied the authorities that the step could safely be taken. No portion of the cost incurred is chargeable to the district.