asked the Minister for the Marine whether the regulation regarding the 70 mm minimum mesh for prawn nets is being enforced since it was introduced in early 1987; the inspections which have taken place; the location; and if there have been any infringements.
Written Answers. - Prawn Nets.
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The regulation regarding the 70 mm minimum mesh size for prawn nets is being enforced by officers of my Department and the Naval Service during their routine sea fishery protection patrols. A number of infringements have been detected and court proceedings have been instituted in some cases.