A well-attended meeting of the East Limerick Executive of the Land and Labour Association (LLLA) was held in Knocklong. During this meeting, a resolution was presented by the Knocklong branch. The resolution, proposed by Mr J. Horzan and seconded by Mr J. Buckley, received unanimous approval. The resolution called for Mr William O’Brien, MP.., to organize a conference for delegates from all the Munster branches of the Irish Land and Labour Association. The purpose of this conference would be to establish a cohesive policy that could be presented to Mr Bryce before the second reading of the Labour Bill in Parliament. The aim of the proposed policy was to address the current hardships faced by labourers.

Discussion on Workmen’s Compensation Bill

The House of Commons Grand Committee on Law continued discussions about the Workmen’s Compensation Bill. The focus of this session was on the specific conditions under which claims of notice must be given by workers. While some discussion took place, few significant changes were made to the bill.

Contracting Out and Amendments

Debates also took place concerning the concept of “contracting out.” Labour members sought to remove a provision from the bill that placed contracting-out schemes under the oversight of the Registrar of Friendly Societies. The Home Secretary, however, argued that such a provision was necessary to protect workers from potential exploitation by employers. Mr Herbert Samuel, the Home Secretary, offered a series of amendments aimed at addressing these concerns while maintaining protections for workers. The Committee eventually adjourned its session.

Printing Services Available

Printing services for various types of materials were offered with efficiency and speed by Quinnell & Sons, located on Russell Street in Tralee.

Kerry News – Friday 18 May 1906