asked the Minister for Defence if he will state the reason for the delay in issuing proficiency pay to Volunteer Daniel O'Connell, Army No. 51398, of Lackagh Cottage, and whether he will expedite payment.
CEISTEANNA.—QUESTIONS. [ORAL ANSWERS.] - ARMY PROFICIENCY PAY.
Owing to the demobilisation of certain officers under whom he served, it has not yet been possible to verify Mr. O'Connell's claim. The matter will be disposed of without avoidable delay.