asked the Minister for Finance whether an application has been made for a loan from the Local Loans Fund towards the cost of constructing a bridge at Valentia Island, County Kerry, and, if so, if he will state the nature of his decision in the matter.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Valentia Bridge Loan.
Proposals for an advance from the Locals Loans Fund have been received in connection with the financing of the construction of a bridge between Valentia Island and the mainland. Owing to the scarcity of capital for existing development works, I have found it necessary to ask for the deferment of the proposal in relation to the bridge.