HC Deb 05 July 1916 vol 83 c1512
98. Major NEWMAN

asked whether, owing to the attitude of the republican party in Cork City, the police on night duty are obliged to carry loaded rifles; and what steps are being taken to reassure the law-abiding inhabitants of the city and district?

Mr. SAMUEL

Since the recent outbreak in Dublin the constabulary on day or night duty in Cork City have been armed with revolvers, but not with rifles, except when employed in guarding special points. All necessary precautions are being taken.