§ Mr. HACKETTasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether farmers in Templemore constabulary district who have surrendered their guns under recent Order have been refused permits; and whether he will take steps to have their guns returned to them so as to enable them to protect their crops?
§ Mr. SHORTTI am informed that permits to have and carry arms have been granted to all farmers in the Templemore district, whose applications have been recommended by the local police.