HC Deb 09 March 1896 vol 38 cc444-5
MR. J. P. FARRELL

I beg to ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord Lieutenant of Ireland, if he has received a copy of resolutions adopted at a public meeting in Swanlinbar, county Cavan, on 22nd ult., in favour of the construction of a branch line of the Cavan, Leitrim, and Roscommon Light Railway from Baunboy Road, through Swanlinbar, either to Belcoo or Enniskillen; and will the prayer of the resolutions to have the line constructed by Government aid be granted; and, if so, when?

MR. GERALD BALFOUR

I have received copies of the resolutions referred to. The case of this proposed line will be considered with that of others, but more than this I cannot at present say.

MR. FARRELL

Can the right hon. Gentleman give us any statement as to the time at which he will apply for money for the extension of light railways?

MR. GERALD BALFOUR

I am afraid I cannot give any assurance.

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