Here, I have the honour to refer you to my despatch 159 of the 28th February last on this subject.
The Office is an important one, which demands in the holder of it special qualifications, failing possession of which the greater part of the work will fall on the Magistrates, and I do not think that Mr Northcote has had the experience which would qualify him for it.
I have the honour to be, Sir, Your Most Obedient Humble Servant,