HC Deb 29 July 1918 vol 109 c47W
Mr. O'DONNELL

asked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether he is aware that the representations have been received from the Dingle Harbour Board stating that no vessels have loaded or discharged at the port for over twelve months; that the Board has no revenue, no reserve, and no means of carrying on its work; and what steps it is proposed to take under these circumstances to maintain the lights so necessary for fishermen?

Mr. SHORTT

The answer to the first part of the question is in the affirmative. I am aware that, owing to the War, the revenue of the Dingle Harbour Board has decreased to such an extent that great difficulty is found in maintaining the Lighthouse. So far, however, I have been unable to find any means of assisting them.