asked the Minister for Lands if he will state the reasons for the delay in the re-erection of the slip at Graughill, Barnatra, County Mayo.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Re-erection of Mayo Slip.
My powers and responsibilities in regard to marine works are limited to the recommendation of a Grant-in-Aid from State funds, the balance to be provided by the local authority, where I am satisfied that the proposed works are necessary in the fishery interests and the cost is reasonably related to the actual and prospective value of these interests. Difficulty has been experienced in devising a scheme of improvement of the landing facilities at Graughill which would be of real service to the local fishing community. In 1952, a scheme then under consideration was found to be unacceptable to the Mayo County Council on the grounds of its alleged inadequacy and unsuitability. A revised scheme, estimated to cost about £7,000, has since been prepared but it also has its limitations and, before making a final recommendation in regard to it, I am awaiting the results of further inquiries which I have directed should be made. I have asked that these inquiries be expedited as much as practicable.