asked the Minister for Finance whether he is prepared to recommend to the Minister for Justice the early release of Patrick Byrne, of Lisdoonan, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan, who is undergoing a term of six months' imprisonment for being in possession of illicit spirits, as he is now prepared to pay a substantial portion of the fine.
CEISTEANNA—QUESTIONS. ORAL ANSWERS. - CARRICKMACROSS ILLICIT DISTILLATION OFFENDER.
PADRAIG O DUBHTHAIGH
The Revenue Commissioners have already consented to the immediate release of Patrick Byrne on payment of a sum of £20, and this decision has been communicated to the Minister for Justice.