Mr. NUGENTasked the Chief Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland whether he has received a petition of the Royal Irish Constabulary in the county of Meath asking for an increase of pay and pension, with an increased allowance for lodgings, etc.; whether, in the memorial, the men complained of the method of promotion to the higher grades; and, if so, what action he purposes to take in the matter?
§ Mr. SHORTTThe petition referred to has been received from the Royal Irish Constabulary force of county Meath and is under consideration.
§ Mr. GUINEYasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland if he will embody in the Constabulary (Ireland) Act, 1918, by way of amendment, some Clauses dealing with grievances of the Royal Irish Constabulary with regard to pay and promotion?
§ Mr. SHORTTI must ask the hon. Member to await the introduction of the Bill.