asked the Minister for Posts and Telegraphs whether he has received representations regarding the necessity for a post office at Loughanure, Annagry, County Donegal, and whether he intends having one established in this populous area.

I have received representations for the establishment of a sub-post office at Loughanure. I regret, however, that the amount of business likely to be transacted would not justify the cost of establishing and maintaining an office.

asked the Minister for Posts and Telegraphs whether he is prepared to have a branch post office established at Gortroe, Youghal; and, if so, when.

I find that the establishment of a sub-post office at Gortroe, Youghal, is warranted and I have given instructions that it is to be provided as soon as possible.