§ Mr. STEPHEN GWYNNasked the Chief Secretary in whom is vested the custody of the famous ruin of Dunluce Castle, county Antrim; whether the Irish Board of Works has heard that portions of the castle have been undermined by the action of the sea and are in danger of collapse; and whether he could see his way to recommend the placing of a sum of money at the disposal of county councils for the acquisition of ancient monuments, on condition that their upkeep and protection are provided from the rates?
§ Mr. HOBHOUSEDunluce Castle is private property, and neither the board of works nor the county council, therefore, have power to spend money upon it.