asked the Minister of Transport whether, in view of the fresh evidence placed before him, and the increase of passenger traffic during the summer months, he will take into his renewed consideration the possibility and necessity of having third-class sleepers attached to the boat train to and from Stranraer?

In order to ascertain the extent of the demand, a third class sleeping-car is to be attached to the night trains between Stranraer and Euston in each direction for a period of one month from Sunday last.

Is that arrangement to continue if there are enough passengers?

If it is sufficiently well patronised I hope we shall be able to continue it.

Are any arrangements being made for cheap excursions to Ireland?

That is rather a different question, and perhaps the hon. Member will put it down or have a talk with me afterwards.