asked the Minister for Agriculture what steps are being taken to provide additional land for the small holders in the Counties of Westmeath and Longford; and whether, in view of the large number of ranches in those counties which would appear to come under the powers of the Land Act, 1923, he will have those powers exercised at the earliest possible opportunity.
CEISTEANNA—QUESTIONS. ORAL ANSWERS. - LAND DIVISION IN WESTMEATH AND LONGFORD.
Mr. P. HOGAN
A scheme for the division of some 300 acres, part of the lands of Enniscoffey, Co. Westmeath, purchased from Mr. G. Levinge, is in course of preparation. The powers of the Land Commission under the Act of 1923, for acquiring land for the purpose of relieving congestion, will be exercised in all proper cases with as little delay as possible.