Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 25 March 2014
889. Deputy Thomas Pringle asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine if an appropriate assessment has been set for aquaculture licence applications for Donegal Bay SAC; when he expects licence applications to be processed; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [13672/14]
View answerThe Appropriate Assessment in respect of Donegal Bay has been completed by the Marine Institute.
My Department is currently examining the general licensing issues that arise for consideration as a result of the Appropriate Assessment. This process is ongoing and every effort is being made to expedite the determination of the relevant licence applications.
