§ 22. Mr. SEXTONasked the Minister of Labour if his attention has been called to the case of the Newry casual dock and wharf labourers, whom it is alleged have been refused unemployment benefit, though idle for the full qualifying period, on the grounds that they could earn 30s. per week under normal circumstances and if he will make inquiries into the case?
§ Dr. MACNAMARAMy hon. Friend's question relates to the administration of 1289 unemployment insurance in Northern Ireland, for which the Government of Northern Ireland is responsible.
§ Mr. SEXTONAre we to understand that we have no jurisdiction over our own Act of Parliament?
§ Dr. MACNAMARAThe Northern Government of Ireland is administering it.
§ Mr. SEXTONWill the right hon. Gentleman make representations to Northern Ireland to see that this is put right?