HC Deb 22 July 1918 vol 108 cc1456-7
63. Mr. FIELD

asked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether arrangements are being made to ensure that Ireland shall receive the same financial assistance and provision of materials for housing as will be given in Great Britain?

Mr. SHORTT

As already stated in a reply to a question of the hon. Member on the subject on 11th April last, it is intended that Ireland shall participate in any measures submitted to Parliament for the improvement of housing conditions. The requirements for building materials in Ireland are dealt with by the Departments concerned in the same way as in Great Britain.

Sir E. CARSON

Is there any Committee considering this question in Ireland, which is a very pressing one?

Mr. SHORTT

Not in Ireland.

Mr. FIELD

Why not?