§ MR. EDWARD BARRY (Cork County, S.)To ask the Chief Secretary to the Lord-Lieutenant of Ireland whether he is aware that the harbour of Glandore is one of the most important fishing stations on the south coast of Ireland; whether vessels from all parts of the Kingdom land fish there, but are inconvenienced by the fact that the fish has to be taken by car for a distance of about twelve miles, thus causing injury to the fish as well as delay in reaching the English market; and whether steps will be taken to connect this important fishing station by rail with Clonakilty.
(Answered by Mr. Bryce.) Both Glandore and Union Hall, which are situated 858 on opposite sides of Glandore Harbour, are important centres for fishing, Union Hall being the more important town. It would doubtless serve the fishing industry if railway communication with Glandore Harbour were effected, but it would be a question for consideration whether connection with the main line at Skibbereen or with the light railway at Clonakilty would be the more suitable for the purpose. I understand that there are no funds at present available for the extension of light railways in Ireland, but, in the event of funds becoming available for the purpose, the claims of this district will be considered.