§ VISCOUNT SIDMOUTHI hope I may be allowed to ask a Question on another matter. On coming down to the House a telegram from Sydney was put into my hands, stating that a French gunboat had been sent with orders to hoist the French flag on the New Hebrides. I should like to know Whether the Government have any information on the subject?
§ EARL GRANVILLEI have not had time to communicate with my noble Friend (the Earl of Derby). If the noble Viscount will give Notice, according to the usual practice of the House, I have no doubt that my noble Friend will answer the Question on another occasion.
§ VISCOUNT SIDMOUTHI will repeat the Question on Monday.