HC Deb 23 June 1932 vol 267 cc1263-4
55. Colonel GRETTON

(for Mr. GREENE) asked the Secretary of State for Dominion Affairs whether he is aware that the Union Jack has been excluded from the official decorations in honour of the Eucharistic Congress in Dublin, whereas the flags of other nations are being flown; and, if so, whether he proposes to make representations to the Government of the Irish Free State?

The SECRETARY of STATE for DOMINION AFFAIRS (Mr. J. H. Thomas)

The question of official decorations in connection with the Eucharistic Congress at Dublin is one for the Irish Free State Government.

Colonel GRETTON

IS the right hon. Gentleman aware of any instances of the British flag being pulled down on this occasion?

Mr. THOMAS

The only information that I have is what I have seen in the Press. I have no official information.

Sir WILLIAM DAVISON

Can my right hon. Friend say whether there is any information as to the King's representative in Dublin being excluded from the special entertainment of the Irish Free State Government?

Mr. SPEAKER

That has nothing to do with this question.