asked the Minister for Local Government when application was received in his Department for the extension of the sewerage scheme for Roscommon town; what is the delay in sanctioning this scheme; and if he will now make a statement on this matter.

This proposal was received in my Department on 6th April, 1970. It is being examined by my technical advisers and a decision will issue shortly.

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andMr. Connolly asked the Minister for Local Government if he will sanction the revised sewerage proposals at Gracefield, Portarlington, County Offaly.

Additional technical data relating to this scheme was submitted to my Department on 11th May and is being examined. A decision on the proposals will issue as soon as possible.

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asked the Minister for Local Government if he received a proposal from Donegal County Council to extend the public sewerage on the Carnmore Road, Dungloe, to John McGarry's house and thus service eight houses on the road; if so, the date he received such proposal; and when he proposes sanctioning it.

I have received no such proposal.