Question:
50 Mr. Coveney asked the Minister for the Marine and Natural Resources the plans he has to extend the sea salmon fishing season into August 2000. [15940/00]
Written Answers. - Salmon Fishing Season.
Salmon conservation and management measures, which were in force last year, will remain in place given the continued vulnerability of salmon stocks. It remains the case that where commercial netsmen and anglers working with the regional fisheries boards can agree a management plan for specific areas, the possibility of extending the season in those areas will be examined. Furthermore, the National Salmon Commission will be advising on future conservation and management strategies for the salmon resource.