§ Mr. Kilfedderasked the Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs what representations he has made to the Eire Government following the terrorist attack from the Eire side of the Border on soldiers at Forkhill, Northern Ireland, on 27th January; what reason has been given for the long delay of about 2½ hours before Eire soldiers and police intervened to stop the terrorists from firing across the Border; and how many terrorists have been charged in Eire for the attack on British soldiers.
§ Mr. Anthony RoyleHer Majesty's Ambassador in Dublin has protested to the Government of the Irish Republic about the incident. I understand that the Irish authorities are undertaking a full investigation into the circumstances and that so far seven men have been remanded in custody on charges of possessing fire arms with intent endanger life.