HC Deb 24 January 1918 vol 101 cc1130-1
10. Major NEWMAN

asked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether he has been served with a notice by the Ard Choir of Sinn Fein that they have decided to have a petition signed by the people of Ireland, asking the nations of the world to establish Ireland as an independent State; and,, if so, what action he intends to take?

Mr. DUKE

No, Sir.

Major NEWMAN

May I give the right hon. Gentleman a copy of the notice?

Mr. DUKE

I have no objection in the world, but I should not take any account of it.