asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he is aware that there is a vast area of bog in the Ballvcroy area of North Mayo; and, if so, what steps Bord na Móna proposes to take to develop these bogs so as to provide employment for the local uneconomic landholders.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - North Mayo Bog Development.
I am informed by Bord na Móna that an area west of the Nephin Mountains, lying between Bangor and Mallaranny, which includes the Ballycroy area, is under consideration for development for the production of milled peat for electric power generation.
When is it likely work will commence on this bog in Ballycroy.
It will be the second stage of the scheme now in process of development.