Michael Smith
Question:223 Mr. M. Smith asked the Minister for the Marine if it is intended to merge An Bord Iascaigh Mhara with An Bord Bia; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [3020/95]
Written Answers. - Semi-State Bodies Merger.
There is no question of merging An Bord Iascaigh Mhara with An Bord Bia.
I am, however, in consultation with the Minister for Agriculture, Food and Forestry, examining the future roles of both organisations in the marketing of fish exports.
It is intended that agreed proposals will be brought to the Government in the near future.