asked the Minister for Local Government when he proposes to sanction Tourmakeady water scheme, County Mayo.

I am not in a position at present to indicate when a decision can be given on the contract documents for this scheme.

18.

asked the Minister for Local Government when stage II of Lough Gowna water scheme, County Longford, will commence.

I understand that other schemes have been accorded a higher priority by Longford County Council in their programme of water supply and sewerage schemes. In the circumstances I can give no indication as to when work on it may commence.

Question No. 19 postponed.