Mr. NUGENTasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether he is aware that Constable Myles, E Division, was wounded on Easter Monday at Rathmines, Dublin, and that his comrades, Constables Grace and Dolan, rendered first aid; that both were complimented by Dr. Joyce, 26, Rathmines Road, who stated that the wounded constable would have bled to death were it not for the prompt action of Constables Dolan and Grace; is he aware that Sergeant Haugh is recommended for the King's Medal in recognition of his services to Constable Myles; will he state by whom Sergeant Haugh was recommended, if the medal has been issued, and whether Sergeant Haugh was near the wounded constable: if he is aware that the constables have lodged a report to Chief-Superintendent Dunne, and that they have been threatened that, if the reports were 775W lodged, it would place them in a serious position; and what he proposes doing in the matter?
§ Mr. DUKEConstable Myles was wounded at Portobello Bridge by a shot fired by the rebels upon 24th April, 1916. First aid was rendered to him by Constable Grace who was afterwards assisted by Constable Dolan in taking him to hospital. Constable Grace, on the recommendation of the Chief Commissioner, has been granted a certificate of honour by the Committee of the Irish Constabulary and Police Recognition Fund. Constable Dolan's action was deemed commendable and is noted to his credit. Sergeant Haugh has received the medal for conspicuous bravery under exposure to rebel fire on the same occasion, as recommended by the Chief Commissioner. Sergeant Haugh was near the wounded constable. Reports were lodged with Chief Superintendent Dunne by Constables Grace and Dolan. No threats were made. I do not needlessly interfere in the internal administration of the police, and I am confident I ought not to be induced to do so by suggestions published by way of questions in Parliament.