§ Mr. LUNDONasked the Chief Secretary whether the lands on the Dickson estate, at Lacknagoonerney, Doon, county Limerick, have been taken over by the Estates Commissioners for distribution among the uneconomic holders and labourers in the locality; how soon may the distribution of this land if they are purchased; and will the Estates Commis- 590W sioners take steps to see that the interests of the labourers as regards the distribution of this estate will be protected?
§ Mr. BIRRELLThis estate has not yet been acquired by the Estates Commissioners. In the distribution of the lands, when acquired, the Commissioners will duly consider the claims of all persons to allotments.