§ Mr. HUGH LAWasked the Chief Secretary whether he is aware that the existing water supply at Downings Pier, county Donegal, is wholly insufficient for the requirements of the boats engaged in the 1903W herring fishery; and whether, in view of the importance of this fishery, which owes so much to the efforts of the Congested Districts Board, the Board will take steps immediately with a view to the provision of an adequate water supply?
§ Mr. BIRRELLI understand that whilst the water supply at Downings Pier is not wholly inadequate for the requirements of the local boats, it is insufficient when large fleets of Scotch and other boats put in at that place. The cost of providing a good supply would be considerable, and the Congested Districts Board do not at present contemplate taking any action in the matter.