HC Deb 13 May 1909 vol 4 cc1987-8
Mr. FLYNN

asked what progress the Estates Commissioners have made towards the acquisition of the whole or portion of the untenanted lands on the Leader estate, Dromagh, county Cork; are the Commissioners aware that several evicted tenants in the locality, certified as deserving, are anxious to acquire equivalent holdings; and that uneconomic holders of land and many deserving labourers are looking for holdings in this district; and whether, in view of the fact that the landlord sold the tenanted portion of the estate five years ago, the Commissioners will endeavour to facilitate the acquisition of these lands for public purposes?

Mr. BIRRELL

The Estates Commissioners are in negotiation with the owner with a view to the purchase of these lands.

Mr. J. C. FLYNN

In a case of that kind where the owner is willing to sell, and has sold some of his untenanted land, can nothing be done to expedite the matter?

Mr. BIRRELL

I suppose they must agree to the terms of the sale. I understand they are doing the best they can.