§ 48. Mr. SPOORasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies whether any financial support has been given by the British Government towards the upkeep of the Ulster specials; and, if so, whether, and to what extent, the British Government exercise control over this body?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLIn reply to the first part of the question, Parliament will be asked to vote a Grant in-Aid of the revenues of the Government of Northern Ireland, of which part is intended as a contribution to the cost of the Special Constabulary; in reply to the second part, no direct control is exercised; but we expect the Northern Government to give reasonable and proper consideration to our views, and this they are usually ready to do.
§ Captain W. BENNIs the money provided in the Estimates already, or shall we have a Supplementary Estimate for this?
§ Mr. CHURCHILLA considerable sum of money has been taken in the Estimates, and has not yet been spent. If it be spent, and more be needed, a Supplementary Estimate will be presented.