asked the Home Secretary whether it is proposed to permit the influx of Southern Irish labourers for the harvest; and to what extent and upon what conditions of return to their own country?

Permits are being granted again this year as was done last year for men who have been offered employment by a specified employer in this country to come over from Eire to assist with the harvest and other seasonal agricultural work. The permits are valid only for three months, unless extended by the chief constable concerned, and the men are then required to return to Eire.