asked the Minister for Lands whether the Land Commission have considered the propriety of acquiring the holding of the late Bridget McLoughlin, Ballaghboy, Ballinafad, Boyle, County Sligo, and, if so, with what result.

The Land Commission have no proceedings for the acquisition of this estate but they are having inquiries made into it.

asked the Minister for Lands whether the Land Commission have considered the propriety of acquiring the Gorman holding, Ougham, Tubbercurry, County Sligo, and, if so, with what result.

The Land Commission have no proceedings for the acquisition of this holding, but the matter has been noted.

asked the Minister for Lands whether the Land Commission have considered the propriety of acquiring the Greer estate, Leaffoney, Kilglass, County Sligo, and, if so, with what result.

Proceedings for the acquisition of part of this estate were instituted in 1951 but were terminated when the owner's objection was allowed in 1952. In view of recent developments the Land Commission are having fresh inquiries made into the matter.

asked the Minister for Lands when the Land Commission expect to be in a position to make a final decision in regard to the acquisition of the Hollyfield estate, Ballintrillich, County Sligo.

The lands on this estate have recently become vested in the Land Commission but it has been found necessary to apply for a court order to secure clear possession.