§ Mr. P. MEEHANasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland if he is aware that married members of the Royal Irish Constabulary with families are in very straitened circumstances owing to the increased cost of living; and whether, under the circumstances, he has considered their position with a view to mitigating their position by the grant of a bonus or otherwise?
§ Mr. DUKETo meet the circumstances mentioned in the question the war bonus granted to the Royal Irish Constabulary has been increased as from 4th June.