asked the Minister for Lands whether he is aware that the Forestry Division propose to plant approximately one hundred acres of excellent grazing land on the Thompson Estate, Cardtown, Mountrath, which will result in depriving small holders in the area of grazing for their cattle; and, if so, whether he will give instructions to the Forestry Division to prevent this waste of good land.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Planting of Laois Land.
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No decision has been reached regarding the future utilisation of vacant lands at Cardtown property, Ossory State Forest.
A number of applications have been received from local people for the sale of portions of the Cardtown lands to them and some offers of lands on an exchange basis have also been received. Pending full consideration of these applications there is no question of devoting the lands to forestry purposes.