asked the Minister for Lands if he is aware that Mr. Jonathan Pim is in possession of a large farm at Rosbarnagh, Newport, County Mayo; and if he will take steps to acquire same for the relief of the congestion which exists in the area.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Acquisition of Mayo Lands.
Mr. Boland
Mr. Jonathan Pim appears to hold an area of about 55 acres comprising the whole of Rosbarnagh Island in Clew Bay near Newport. The Land Commission have no proceedings for the acquisition of this island.
Have they any intention of taking proceedings for the acquisition of this land?
Mr. Boland
No proceedings are being taken. That is the only information I have.