asked the Minister for Lands and Fisheries whether he is aware that acute congestion exists in the parish of The Neale, County Mayo, where the poor law valuations of over 100 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 farm of over 200 acres at Coolisduff held by Mr. Michael Mellett.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Acquisition of Mayo Farm.
The Land Commission have taken proceedings for the acquisition of the lands of Coolisduff, held by Mr. Michael Mellett, in connection with the congestion to which the deputy refers, but their offer has not been accepted by the owner, who requires to be provided with lands in exchange. This matter is at present under consideration.