asked the Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries the reason for the recent public inquiry into the use of nets for fishing in sea waters; and whether there has been any result from such inquiry.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Oral Answers. - Use of Fishing Nets.
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An application had been made to me for the introduction of regulations governing fishing for bass, including prohibition of netting and the introduction of a minimum size limit. To enable me to consider the application fully I decided to have public inquiries at four centres around the coast. These inquiries were held last month and I am awaiting the report of the officer whom I appointed to conduct them.
The Minister has no idea when the report might be received?
I should say about the end of next month.