HC Deb 08 July 1913 vol 55 cc230-1
85. Mr. F. HALL

asked the principal heads under which the estimated deficit of £1,706,000 in Irish revenue for 1913–14 is made up; and whether this amount will be increased in the event of the Bill to amend the National Insurance Act becoming law?

Mr. BIRRELL

As regards the first part of the question, I would refer the hon. Member to the Memorandum on the financial provisions of the Government of Ireland Bill which has recently been laid before Parliament. As regards the second part of the question, I would refer the hon. Member to my right hon. Friend the Secretary to the Treasury.

Mr. F. HALL

Will the right hon. Gentleman say whether that statement agrees with all the statements that have been made by other Ministers upon the subject?

Mr. BIRRELL

That is a large question.