asked the Minister for Defence whether he is aware that soldiers of the I.R.A. who, in 1922, acted as Volunteer Police for a period of from two to six months, have received no pay or compensation for service or loss of time; if the Minister is aware that Commandant General Boylan, late O.C. of the 1st Eastern Division, guaranteed the sum of £4 per week to Battalion Police Officers, and that same has not been paid; and if it is the intention of the Minister to invite and consider such claims.
WRITTEN ANSWERS. - COMPENSATION FOR VOLUNTEER POLICE.
GENERAL MULCAHY
Claims of the kind have been received and are being investigated. When certified correct, payment at appropriate rates will be made.