§ 20. Major O'NEILLasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland if he can give any further information as to the negotiations with the Treasury in connection with the proposed increase of the salaries of resident magistrates?
Mr. HENRYI would refer the hon. and gallant Member to the reply given to the question on this subject asked by the hon. Member for North Fermanagh on the 24th instant, and to which there is nothing to add at present.
§ Major O'NEILLIs it not the case that so long ago as April last the Chief Secretary met a deputation of resident magistrates, and agreed to grant them an increased salary of £150? If that is so, how is it the matter has been so long delayed?
Mr. HENRYMy right hon. Friend did meet a deputation on the subject, but it was not exactly in his power to agree to an increase. He is doing his best to secure an increase, and hopes that lie will be successful.
§ Mr. MacVEAGHDo the Government propose to increase the Dog Tax in order to give this increase?