asked the Minister for Fisheries and Forestry when it is intended to divide Seart Mountain, Modeligo, Cappagh, County Waterford, among the local farmers who have rights to this land.
Written Answers. - County Waterford Land Division.
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The fee simple of the area in question is held by the Forest and Wildlife Service of my Department but a number of local landowners enjoy grazing and other rights on the property.
Efforts are being made to effect a mutually acceptable arrangement whereby these landowners would receive individual plots in lieu of their rights, leaving the balance of the lands available for State forestry purposes.
While the majority of the parties involved appear to be satisfied with the proposed arrangements, regrettably, a minority has to date not signified acceptance. Discussions are continuing in the hope that agreement can be reached, so that the proposed division of the lands can take place.