HC Deb 05 July 1920 vol 131 c1035W
Mr. SWAN

asked the Secretary of State for War how many generals are missing from Irish commands?

Mr. CHURCHILL

One.

Mr. SWAN

asked the Secretary of State for War whether a letter has been received from General Lucas stating that he is being well treated, and deprecating the rioting indulged in by the troops at Fermoy; and what action is being taken against the troops and their officers?

Mr. CHURCHILL

The facts are, broadly speaking, as stated in the question, but we have, of course, no means of knowing the circumstances under which the letter was written. As regards the latter part of the question, the matter is at present being investigated by the military authorities.

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