243 Mr. Cosgrave asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government when he will confirm the special amenity area order for Howth, County Dublin; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [26400/99]

252 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for the Environment and Local Government when the report of the inspector on the special amenity area order for Howth will be published; and when he will complete the directive to Fingal County Council to implement the order without further delay. [25930/99]

I propose to take Questions Nos. 243 and 252 together.