andJ. Lynch asked the Minister for Local Government if he will state the date of the holding of the inquiry concerning Parnell Bridge, Cork, and if he is now in a position to give a decision in the matter.

The inquiry into the application of the Cork Corporation for a bridge order for the construction of a new bridge to replace Parnell Bridge was opened on the 11th May, 1954. I expect to be in a position to give a decision in the matter in the near future.