asked the Minister for Industry and Commerce if he will state whether it has been decided to invest further capital towards the exploration of the coal mine at Copper, Slievardagh, County Tipperary; and, if so, the date on which a decision was arrived at and the total amount of capital it is proposed to invest.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - County Tipperary Coal Mine.
It was decided by the Government on the 28th July that the development of the coalfield at Slievardagh should proceed, but no details such as the amount of capital to be invested have yet been settled. The matter is being examined further, so that effect will be given to the Government's decision at the earliest possible date.