Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 26 May 2015
917. Deputy Michelle Mulherin asked the Minister for the Environment, Community and Local Government the discussions held by his Department regarding the implementation of the provisions of the Foreshore Act 1933 and how this affects traditional rights to harvest seaweed that may exist in certain places; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [20225/15]
View answerMy Department is currently examining the implications of legal advice received from the Attorney General’s Office on the interaction of appurtenant rights with the Foreshore Act 1933. My Department is also engaging with the Property Registration Authority of Ireland to establish the extent of appurtenant or folio rights to harvest seaweed that may exist. Any rights established in law will not be interfered with by my Department.
