I have given approval to their proposal not to apply to the Inspector General of the Royal Irish Constabulary for Recruits, but to give the preference to Irish Recruits who may offer themselves from the Police Forces of English or Scotch Boroughs.
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The Crown Agents,
Mr. Wingfield.
Mr. Bramston.
★ Mr. Meade.
Mr. Herbert.
Mr. Courtney.
Lord Kimberley.
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Gentlemen,
In reply to your letter of the 15th inst., I am directed by the Earl of K. to convey to you His Lordship's approval of your proposal not to apply at this time to the Inspector General of the Royal Irish Constabulary for Police Recruits for Hong Kong, but to give the preference to Irish...