asked the Minister for Transport and Power if he has received representations from the Offaly County Committee of Agriculture concerning the hire or purchase of canal barges for farmers in the Shannon Harbour district for the transport of heavy machinery and agricultural produce; and if this matter will be given favourable consideration.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Hire or Purchase of Canal Barges.
I have received representations on behalf of the Offaly County Committee of Agriculture in this matter. The disposal of canal barges is a matter for C.I.E. to whom these representations have been forwarded.