asked the Minister for Lands if he will state the lands in North Mayo which the Land Commission have decided to acquire this year for the relief of congestion.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Relief of Congestion in North Mayo.
Land Commission records are not kept on a constituency basis. In the North Mayo district, however, proceedings have been instituted for the acquisition or resumption of 52 estates comprising 3,414 acres and, in addition, negotiations are in progress for the voluntary purchase of ten estates comprising 430 acres. Due to the uncertainty in the outcome of acquisition and purchase proceedings, it is not possible to forecast what holdings may become available for the relief of congestion in a particular year. Furthermore, in the case of voluntary purchases, it would be a breach of confidence if the Land Commission were to disclose details in advance.