asked the Minister for Lands if he is aware that there is a large area of unworked bogland adjoining the forestry centre at Ardenew, Longwood, County Meath; and, if so, if it is the intention of his Department to acquire this area for forestry purposes.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Meath Bogland.
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My Department is very anxious to acquire further land in this area for planting provided the owners concerned are prepared to make it available. Two areas totalling 164 acres have already been acquired and planted there. A further offer of 46 acres of cut-away bog in the townland of Rickardstown, near Brannockstown, was received last month and the land has been inspected.
It is intended to solicit offers of cut-away bog from other landowners in the district and I would appreciate any assistance that the Deputy or anybody else can give in having land made available by the owners.
Questions Nos. 33 and 34 postponed.