§ 29. Mr. O'DONNELLasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether the Local Government Board have taken any steps to relieve the distress caused amongst the poor in Tralee by the recent floods; and whether they will immediately enter into communication with the local committee, who have collected a considerable sum for this purpose?
§ Mr. DUKEAn inspector of the Local Government Board visited Tralee on 30th ultimo and furnished a report with regard to the recent flooding. He has already been instructed to warn the relieving officer of the district that he should take steps to relieve sufferers who require assistance and are entitled to receive it from the rates. The Board will be very glad to co-operate with the local committee, and will instruct their inspector accordingly. No special fund has been placed by Parliament at the disposal of the Board for the purpose of relieving sudden distress.