HC Deb 19 July 1909 vol 8 cc245-6W
Mr. DEVLIN

asked the Chief Secretary whether he can state the reason for the delay in commencing the work of the re- building of the Guildhall, Derry; and whether, in view of the shortage of work in that city at present, he will endeavour to expedite this matter?

Mr. BIRRELL

No application has come before the Local Government Board for a loan for the purpose of rebuilding the Londonderry Guildhall, and the Board have no knowledge that any such scheme is in contemplation. They have, however, sanctioned a loan of £2,000 for a morgue and police court. The erection of such works is a matter entirely under the control of the corporation.