asked the Minister for Defence if he can state the reasons for the arrest, some three weeks ago, of John McCormack, Derrylangan, Athboy, Co. Meath; what charge, if any, has been preferred against him; and whether the Minister can now authorise his release.
CEISTEANNA—QUESTIONS. [ ORAL ANSWERS. ] - AN ATHBOY ARREST.
Mr. McCormack was arrested in connection with an armed raid on the house of Mr. Simmonds, of Meadstown. The question of preferring a charge against him is under consideration.