HC Deb 23 June 1921 vol 143 c1569W
Lieut.-Commander KENWORTHY

asked the Chief Secretary whether the recent prohibition of all sales and markets in the town of Athlone by the military authorities was ordered as a reprisal or as a punishment?

Mr. HENRY

I am informed by the Commander-in-Chief that the holding of fair's and markets in Athlone is at present prohibited owing to damage inflicted by rebels upon roads and bridges in the

— Year to 31st March, 1920. Year to 31st March, 1921. Quarter to 30th June, 1921.
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Civil Administration … … … 29,000,000 33,000,000 8,300,000
Military Expenditure … … … 14,750,000 13,500,000 3,750,000
Naval and Air Force Expenditure … 900,00 750,000 200,000