asked the Minister for Lands whether representations have been made to him to acquire the Levinge Estate at Newpark, Kiltoom, County Roscommon; whether he is aware that the owner, through her solicitor, refused to rent any part of these lands to landless men and uneconomic holders residing in the neighbourhood; that by direction of the owner, who is an absentee, the lands will be sub-let in grass only; and whether, in view of the plight of a number of local people who have not enough land to raise food for themselves and their families, he will take steps to acquire this estate without delay.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - County Roscommon Lands.
The Land Commission have not until now had any representations regarding the manner in which the lands referred to are being used. Inquiries will be made with a view to the consideration of the question of their acquisition.