asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce whether the application from an Irish resident to prospect for petroleum over a limited area, to which he referred on the 8th instant, was in respect of County Clare; and, if so, if he will state the nature of his reply.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Oil Prospecting Application.
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The information sought by the Deputy relates to the affairs of a private individual and, as he may be aware, it is not the practice to furnish information in such circumstances.