asked the Minister for Local Government and Public Health if he will state (a) the total rate poundage levied in respect of general charges in the Counties Mayo, Galway and Kildare during the years 1931-1932 to 1941-1942 inclusive; (b) the abatement in respect of the Agricultural Grant for 1931-1932 to 1941-1942; (c) the net rate levied on agricultural land in said counties for 1931-1932 to 1941-1942.

The information required up to 1938/1939 is contained in the Local Taxation Returns published annually. The information for the remainder of the period is being compiled and will be sent to the Deputy.