§ Mr. R. RICHARDSONasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland whether he is aware that a large number of Irish warders joined the Army at the outbreak of War; that at least two of these warders obtained commissioned rank; and that both these men have a long practical experience of prison duties; whether any consideration was given to these two men to fill the recent positions of deputy-governors at Mountjoy and Maryborough Prisons, respectively; and the name of the person or persons who recommended the two officers who are appointed to fill these two posts?
§ Mr. HENRYAs stated, a number of Irish prison officers voluntarily joined the Army at the outbreak of the War, and two of these obtained commissions. Both the latter have already been advanced in the prisons service, and will receive further consideration when opportunity offers. These officers were considered when the recent vacancies for deputy-governors were filled. The recent appointments were made after full consideration on the recommendation of the General Prisons Board.