asked the Minister for Lands if he will arrange with the Land Commission to have the Aherne estate, Kilcolman, Buttevant, County Cork acquired by them; or if they will sanction the sale to local smallholders only.
Written Answers. - Cork Estate.
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Cavan): The determination of lands to be acquired is a matter which is reserved exclusively to the Lay Commissioners.
I understand that in the case referred to the Land Commission have already served notice of their intention to inspect the lands with a view to determining whether acquisition proceedings should be instituted. Until such time as this inspection has been completed, it is not possible to say what action will follow.