§ 20. Mr. LYNCHasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether, in view of the policy of establishing the best possible relations between this country and Ireland, he will take steps for the proclamation of a general amnesty in regard to all Irish prisoners detained on account of political offences?
§ Mr. DUKEI have no reason to suppose that the releases suggested in the question would improve the relations between Great Britain and Ireland.
§ Mr. LYNCHIs it not a fact that the continued detention of these men is running counter to all the objects hoped for by the Government?