§ Mr. M. MEAGHERasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland if he can say if any steps have been yet taken to acquire untenanted lands on the Rossmore estate of James Purify Poe, Harley Park, Callan, county Kilkenny; is he aware that a number of evicted tenants and uneconomic landholders exist in this and surrounding districts; and will he see that immediate steps will be taken to supply the wants of those people?
§ The CHIEF SECRETARY for IRELAND (Mr. A. Birrell)Proceedings have been instituted before the Estates Commissioners for the sale of this estate under the Irish Land Act, 1903. When it is being dealt with in order of priority due inquiry will be made as regards the lands referred to.