Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 30 June 2005
285 Mr. Broughan asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his views on decommissioning and compensation for coastal communities reliant on fishing; and if he will report on any progress in respect of the grave difficulties endured by the scallop fishing fleets of the south east. [23750/05]
View answerOn 10 June, I announced a review of the overall need for decommissioning. This review is ongoing and involves an assessment of the need and extent of the decommissioning requirement for the various demersal and shellfish fleets, including scallops. This review will be completed shortly and will give an important overall perspective. It will examine the various issues, including eligibility for decommissioning aid where strict EU rules apply. I cannot pre-empt the outcome of this review. It is a planned and structured approach and I look forward to receiving the report within the next week or so, following which I will urgently examine it.
