HC Deb 28 March 1917 vol 92 cc415-6
41. Mr. BYRNE

asked if the Government will adopt a similar policy to that upon which they have congratulated the Provisional Government of Russia and declare a general amnesty of Irish rebel prisoners and a revocation of the recent order of deportation upon other Irishmen?

Sir G. CAVE

The Resolution passed by this House on the 22nd instant contains no reference to the policy of the Provisional Government, on any point except the prosecution of the War with steadfastness and vigour. It has therefore no bearing on the question of an amnesty to prisoners.

Mr. LYNCH

Would it not be well to follow the excellent example which has added great strength to the new Government of Russia?

Sir G. CAVE

I think this country must judge these matters in its own way.