§ 14. Major O'NEILLasked the Chief Secretary for Ireland how many applications by ex-service men in the County of Antrim have been made for land, cottages, and plots under the Act passed last Session; and how many of the, applicants have so far received the land or cottages?
§ Sir H. GREENWOODNine hundred and nine applications have been received by the Local Government Board for cottages and plots in the County of Antim. Schemes which make provision for 86 cottages and plots are under consideration, but the legal preliminaries 1356 which have to be complied with before possession of the land can be obtained take a considerable time, and so far no cottages and plots have been actually provided.
§ Major O'NEILLWill the right hon. Gentleman give any explanation as to why only 80 out of 900 men have had their cases considered in this important matter?
§ Sir H. GREENWOODIt does seem a bit slow and I will institute inquiries.
§ Major O'NEILLIs the right hon. Gentleman aware that last week the Prime Minister promised to give his personal attention to this matter?
§ Sir H. GREENWOODI am aware of that.