asked the Minister for Lands how many acres of land have been acquired by the Forestry Division of his Department in the Cheekpoint, Faithlegg, Woodstown, and Dunmore East areas of County Waterford; further, when it is proposed to commence planting operations thereon.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - County Waterford: Forestry.
Subdivision proposals in respect of one holding of which 87 acres are on offer to my Department are at present being considered by the Land Commission. It is hoped to commence negotiations for the purchase of a further area of 89 acres very shortly. On the basis of present offers the initiation of a forestry scheme in this district is contingent on the successful conclusion of these negotiations.