HC Deb 26 June 1917 vol 95 cc209-10W
Mr. GINNELL

asked the Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministry of Food whether he is aware that in the Western counties of Ireland the neighbouring people have always had, and until recently have exercised, the right of free fishing both in tidal and in fresh waters; and whether, now that land game may be killed and that food is required, any alleged exclusive rights recently set up in derogation of the people's right to fish in such waters will be overruled and this source of food released?

Mr. BRIDGEMAN

This is a question which should be addressed to my right hon. Friend the Chief Secretary for Ireland.

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