Thomas P. Broughan
Question:602. Deputy Thomas P. Broughan asked the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if he has examined the current qualification system for Irish skippers and former fishermen hoping to work in the offshore wind industry; if his attention has been drawn to the restriction of Irish Masters ticket holders to Irish waters only and the adverse impact this restriction could pose to the continued employment of some Irish skippers and former fishermen in the offshore wind industry; if he intends to address the lack of certification for former fishermen to reflect their years of service in the Irish marine industry; and if he has examined the possibilities open to former skippers and fishermen to seek alternative employment in offshore wind installation and maintenance programmes. [41883/13]
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