§ 7. Mr. KINGasked the Chief Secretary whether he has seen the sworn statement of Charles Kenny, made in the presence of the Lord Mayor of Dublin, containing allegations as to the treatment of prisoners in Belfast gaol; and whether he has ordered an impartial inquiry, other than reports or replies from persons implicated, into the allegations?
§ Mr. SHORTTThe answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative, and to the second part in the negative.
§ Mr. KINGHas the Chief Secretary had any personal relations or communications with the Mayor of Dublin on this matter?
§ Mr. SHORTTNo, Sir.
§ Mr. KINGWill the Chief Secretary make a statement on this subject in the course of the discussion on the Consolidated Fund Bill if I raise it.
§ Mr. SHORTTI cannot promise that.
§ Mr. KINGI beg to give notice that I shall call attention to this subject on the Consolidated Fund Bill.