HC Deb 09 July 1918 vol 108 cc169-70
77. General McCALMONT

asked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether the delay in telegraphic communication from Ireland is due to censorship; and, if so, whether he will take steps to expedite the work in the Censor's offices?

Mr. SAMUELS

I am informed by the Press Censor that only Press telegrams are submitted to his office, and that there is no more delay than is absolutely necessary in dealing with such telegrams.

General McCALMONT

Do we understand that ordinary telegrams are not liable to censorship, and, if so, can the right hon. Gentleman account for the extraordinary delay which occurs to telegrams from Ireland?

Mr. SAMUELS

The hon. and gallant Gentleman should refer to the Postmaster-General.

Colonel YATE

Are Press telegrams between England and Scotland submitted in a similar manner to the censorship?

Mr. SPEAKER

We are dealing with Ireland.

Mr. SAMUELS

The hon. and gallant Member should ask the Secretary for Scotland.