asked the Minister for Lands if he is aware that there are in the Straide district of County Mayo on the Joynt and Palmers Estate, ten unoccupied holdings embracing an area of over 200 acres, and that in this area severe congestion exists among the tenants whose valuations range from £1 17s. 0d. to £15 15s. 0d.; and if so, if he will state whether he proposes to take over those holdings with a view to having them distributed among those congests.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Acquisition of County Mayo Holdings.
The Land Commission have under consideration the resumption of a number of holdings for the relief of congestion in the Straide district but it is not possible to identify the holdings the Deputy has in mind. If he furnishes further particulars I shall see what can be done to supply him with the information he requires.