asked the Minister for Lands if he will state how many applications were received from tenants in North Mayo for holdings in the Gaeltacht Colony, Gibstown, County Meath; the number of the applicants to whom holdings were allocated, and whether it is the intention of the Government to transfer from North Mayo to the Gaeltacht Colony any further migrants; and, if so, when such transfers will take place.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Gaeltacht Colony Holdings.
Mr. Boland
The number of applications received from tenants in North Mayo for holdings in the Gaeltacht Colony No. 2, at Gibstown, County Meath, was 68. In respect of these applications, 12 holdings have been allotted to migrants from North Mayo, this being the full quota assigned to that area.