asked the Minister for Lands and Fisheries if he is aware that much hardship has ensued to workers and small farmers in the Allihies mines district consequent on the closing of the copper mines, and if he will favourably consider the claims of the district to the initiation of estate improvement works during the remaining winter period.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Allihies Copper Mines.
The Land Commission are aware of the local conditions referred to by the Deputy, and have at present under consideration the question of expenditure on making and repairing of roads in the district.