asked the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry whether his Department intends to negotiate the purchase of further land in the Lough Eske forest area, County Donegal, in particular the Lough Eske and Ardnamona estates with a view to planting these in the future; and, if so, when it is envisaged that such planting would be carried out.
Written Answers. - County Donegal Estates.
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Mr. Coughlan
My Department has reached agreement with the owners' agents for the purchase of Lough Eske and Ardnamona estates and the necessary sale contract is being drawn up. However, the preparation of a management programme for the lands must await completion of the legal aspects and the handing over of possession of the property to the Department.