asked the Minister for Lands and Fisheries whether he is aware that acute congestion exists in the electoral areas of Claremorris, Ballindine, Caraun, Crossboyne and Kilvine, where the valuations of over 200 tenants are under £5 each, and if he will now state what steps, if any, are being taken by the Irish Land Commission to acquire the grazing ranch known as Castle Macgarret Demesne, which contains over 1,500 acres, for relief of the existing congestion.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Castle Macgarret Demesne (Mayo).
I have nothing at present to add to the reply to the Deputy's question of 12th July last in connection with this estate.
Is the Minister aware that these lands have been driven several times during the last three months and that Civic Guards are there day and night on watch?
I am aware that cattle driving has taken place on these and other lands adjoining. An inspection has been ordered with regard to these lands in order to see if there are any further facts that can be put forward as against those that were put forward at the time another inspection was made, when it was decided not to take any action in the matter.