asked the Minister for Defence whether he is aware that John C. Kenrick, National Teacher, Cahir, Co. Tipperary, was arrested in August, 1922, and detained until August, 1923, when he was unconditionally released; whether after a short time he was re-arrested and detained; to ask what are the reasons for his re-arrest and whether any charge has been or will be formulated against him; and whether, in view of the impaired condition of Mr. Kenrick's health, the question of his early release will be considered.
CEISTEANNA—QUESTIONS. ORAL ANSWERS. - RE-ARREST OF AN INTERNEE.
Mr. Kenrick was arrested on the 16th October, 1922. He was "on the run" for some time prior to that date. In view of the suspension of hostilities, and as it appeared that his complicity in the Irregular campaign was not of a very serious nature, he was released on the 8th August last.
Since his release Mr. Kenrick openly encouraged the Irregular movement, and in consequence of statements made by him at a public meeting in Ballyporeen, on the 26th August last, he was re-arrested on the 13th September. In the interest of public safety, it is not intended at present to release him.