asked the Minister for Defence if he is aware that trawlers, either native or foreign, have been operating recently in Kenmare Bay, an estuary of from three to five miles wide, to the detriment of local inshore fishermen; and, if so, if he will take steps to prevent a continuance of this undesirable and destructive practice which will have the effect of deprivng local fishermen of their livelihood.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Trawlers in Kenmare Bay.
I am unaware that either native or foreign trawlers have been operating recently in Kenmare Bay, no reports to that effect having been received.
Every effort is being made by frequent patrols to prevent infringement of our exclusive fishery limits by foreign fishing vessels.