andMr. Pattison asked the Minister for the Marine the steps the Government intend to take in order that the present catastrophic consequences of the Fisheries (Amendment) Act, 1987, may be ended; and if he will outline such procedures as he intends to implement in order that talks between all those concerned may take place.
Ceisteanna—Questions. Written Answers. - Inland Fisheries Development.
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The difficulties relating to the current angling licensing arrangements are part of the wider issue of the funding of the development of our inland fisheries as an important national resource. I propose as outlined in the agreed programme for government to undertake a process of consultation with interested parties in order to overcome the difficulties. I intend to initiate this process as soon as possible.