HC Deb 07 March 1916 vol 80 c1372
97. Mr. GINNELL

asked the Post master-General whether the telegraphic cable connecting the Aran Isles with the mainland of Galway, and essential to the proper carrying on of the fishing industry there, is under the control of the Post Office; and, if so, why he allows it to be kept inoperative this season as a means of forcing the young fishermen thus impeded in their work to enlist?

Mr. PEASE

I think the hon. Member must have asked me this question again by inadvertence. I would refer him to the reply which was given him last Thursday.

Mr. GINNELL

In view of the fact that these islands are being depleted of their young men, while the fishing industry is protected in this country, when will this cable be repaired?

Mr. PEASE

I have already said at the earliest possible moment when we can obtain the staff.