asked the Minister for Lands when it is proposed to rearrange and divide the Minchin Estate, Busherstown, Moneygall, Offaly.

The preparation of a scheme for the division of the 422 acres on hands on this estate has reached an advanced stage, but I am as yet unable to say when allotment will take place.

asked the Minister for Lands when it is proposed to rearrange and divide lands on the Ryan estate, Thomastown, Offaly, which have been in the possession of the Land Commission for a number of years.

An area of 134 acres has already been allotted on this estate. It is expected that further allotments will be made during the coming spring.