§ Mr. PENNYasked the Secretary of State for the Colonies the number of claims not yet settled in respect of damage to property in Ireland sustained by persons owing to their attachment to the British Crown; and whether he can take any steps to expedite the settlement of outstanding claims?
Mr. THOMASI regret that I have not the information which would enable me to reply to the first part of the hon. Member's question. As regards the second part, I understand that claims are being dealt with as rapidly as possible.