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Dáil Éireann debate -
Thursday, 20 Jun 1991

Vol. 410 No. 1

Written Answers. - Protection of Fish Stocks.

Jim Higgins

Question:

23 Mr. J. Higgins asked the Minister for the Marine if any application has been made to the EC for resources to protect EC fish stocks off the Irish coast; and if he will make a statement on the matter.

I am happy to inform the Deputy that, in response to an application submitted by me last year, the EC Commission has approved the first phase of a £34 million five year investment programme in equipment to strengthen Ireland's fishery protection capability.

During the current year EC grants will amount to £4.4 million and over the course of the programme the Community are expected to contribute 50 per cent of the total expenditure involved. Amongst the equipment being acquired are two twin engined turbo-prop maritime patrol aircraft and onshore surveillance and communications systems.

I am confident that the programme will improve significantly the overall efficiency and effectiveness of Ireland's fishery protection services.

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