Major NEWMANasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether it is the intention of the Government to appoint a Committee to inquire into the terms of service, pay, and promotion of the Royal Irish Constabulary, having regard to the advantages recently secured by members of the police forces of the rest of the United Kingdom?
Mr. HENRYThe Inspector-General of the Royal Irish Constabulary, with the assistance of committees of officers and men, is at present carefully considering the recommendations of Lord Des-borough's Committee with the view of ascertaining how far they can be applied to the Royal Irish Constabulary, and hopes to be able to submit recommendations on the subject at an early date.