asked the Minister for Lands if he will state whether the Land Commission have instituted proceedings for the acquisition of the holding of Charles Welds at Downings North and South, Prosperous; County Kildare; and, if so, whether he will state how the matter now stands.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Acquisition of Kildare Lands.
The Land Commission have instituted proceedings for the acquisition of the lands of Downings North and South on the estate of Charles Welds and another, at Prosperous, County Kildare. The owners objected to the acquisition of the lands and their objection was heard by the Land Commission on 19th November, 1941, and adjourned for two years from that date, having regard to the circumstances of the case.