§ 46. Captain CARR-GOMMasked the Prime Minister how long the deanery of Durham, the canonry of Worcester, and the incumbency of St. Mary Woolnoth have been vacant; when new appointments are to be made; and to whom the revenues are being paid in the meantime?
§ Mr. BONAR LAWThe deanery of Durham has been vacant five and the canonry of Worcester four months. They are both under offer, and I therefore can make no further statement. As regards the incumbency of St. Mary Woolnoth, complicated negotiations have been proceeding for some time with a view to a reduction of the stipend, but I am informed that it is expected that an appointment will shortly be made. The accumulated revenues will be paid to the person appointed in each case.