Dáil Éireann debate -
Wednesday, 24 Feb 1993

Vol. 426 No. 6

Written Answers. - Waterford Harbour Fishing Rights.

Austin Deasy

Question:

31 Mr. Deasy asked the Minister for the Marine if he will ensure that powerful trawlers are not allowed fish in Waterford harbour, inside a line from Hook Head to Dunmore East, so that inshore fishermen using small boats can make a reasonable living.

Minister for the Marine (Mr. Andrews)

The present position is that, by and large, powerful trawlers are not permitted to fish in the areas referred to by the Deputy. I have requested the protection services to ensure that this prohibition is enforced.