HC Deb 12 February 1946 vol 419 cc177-8
67. Dr. Little

asked the Financial Secretary to the Treasury whether he will state the amount paid towards the upkeep of the reserved services from the money collected by the Imperial Government in Northern Ireland during the past year; and what is the balance remaining after these demands have been met

The Financial Secretary to the Treasury (Mr. Glenvil Hall)

The figures are published in Table VI of the Financial Statement issued by the Minister of Finance when opening the Northern Ireland Budget. I am sending the hon. Member a copy of the Statement of 21st November, 1945

Dr. Little

Can the Minister say to what Department or Departments of the Gov- ernment of Northern Ireland this money is issued, and for what purpose is it given?

Mr. Glenvil Hall

It is very difficult to deal with this matter by question and answer in the House. I have undertaken to send the hon. Member a copy of the statement, and I hope he will find that useful enough for his purpose.

Mr. Gallacher

Would the Financial Secretary recommend the Prime Minister to abolish the boundary, and thus end the woes and worries of Northern Ireland?