asked the Minister for Lands whether the Land Commission considered the propriety of acquiring the lands at Knockadaff, Carrateigue, Ballina, which were recently sold to a non-national; if he is aware that the inhabitants of the area welcome the proposed development of those lands; and if he will state the quality, area and valuation of the lands.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Purchase and Development of Mayo Lands.
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The Land Commission have no proceedings for acquisition of these lands. The property, which comprises some 170 acres of steep and very exposed sandhills—having a Rateable Valuation of only £18 5s., or less than 2/2d. per acre—is not suitable for Land Commission purposes. The place is wind-swept and practically without vegetation.
Whilst I have not reliable information regarding local reaction to user of the lands by the new owner, I am quite prepared to accept the Deputy's statement in the matter.