asked the Minister for Local Government whether he is aware that his decision to annual the compulsory purchase Order to acquire the Lismore Showgrounds (known as the Fair Field) for the erection of cottages in the town of Lismore, County Waterford, will cause the cottages to be erected outside the town bounds, resulting in the occupants being deprived of all benefits and amenities afforded the townspeople; and, if so, whether he will reconsider his decision in the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Lismore Cottage Sites.
Mr. Murphy
I am aware that this compulsory purchase Order was annulled by my predecessor after public local inquiry, but I have not been informed that the decision will involve the consequences mentioned. Definite proposals for an alternative location of the proposed housing scheme for Lismore have not yet been submitted to me. There is no power to reconsider the decision on the compulsory purchase Order.