§ Mr. KENYONasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland how many arrests were made in Ireland in the years 1918, 1919 and 1920, respectively, and in the month of January, 1921?
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§ Sir H. GREENWOODThe total number of persons arrested in Ireland during the year 1918 was 14,676 and during the year 1919 was 13,130. These figures relate to crimes of every kind and not merely to political offences. The figures for the year 1920 are not yet available as the criminal statistics for that year have not yet been compiled. The figures for the month of January, 1921, are also not yet available.
§ Mr. E. KELLYasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland on what grounds were Michael and Patrick Hannigan, of Cloghan, county Donegal, arrested on the 9th instant; whether they are to be tried for any offence, and, if so, for what, when, and how; is he aware that Michael Hannigan had been confined to his bed since December owing to sciatica; what treatment is Michael Hannigan receiving at present; and is he under the care of or has he access to a doctor?
§ Sir H. GREENWOODThese two men were arrested because they are known to be a captain and a lieutenant respectively in the so-called Irish Republican Army. I am not aware that Michael Hannigan had been confined to his bed since December owing to sciatica. He was examined by a medical officer on the 17th February, and made no complaint of ill-health nor has he since done so. He is taking regular exercise with the other prisoners. He is visited daily by the orderly officer and can obtain medical attendance if he requires it.