HC Deb 22 June 1916 vol 83 c336W
Mr. P. WHITE

asked whether it is the intention of the Government to assist the passage of legislation exempting the Corporation of Dublin from any claims that it may be responsible for in consequence of injuries to property owing to the recent rebellious outbreak; and whether, having regard to the promise made that no legislation of a contentious nature would be introduced during the War period, no assistance will be given to any measure relieving the corporation of any liability until all claims are fully met from other Government sources?

Mr. SAMUEL

The question referred to by the hon. Member is under consideration in connection with the legislation which the Government hope to introduce dealing with conditions which have arisen out of the recent disturbance in Ireland.

Mr. WHITE

asked whether it has been proposed to the Government and considered by it, and with what result, that a Bill enlarging the powers of the Corporation of Dublin to control the structure of new buildings on the ruined areas in that city; and whether, before lending Government assistance to the passage of any such measure, a Committee of Inquiry will be appointed to hear evidence and report upon the equity of its provisions?

Mr. SAMUEL

The question of introducing a Bill for the purpose indicated by the hon. Member is at present under consideration.