Boat Permits

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 9 June 2015

Tuesday, 9 June 2015

Questions (382)

Brendan Griffin

Question:

382. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Public Expenditure and Reform if a landing permit will be granted in respect of a person (details supplied) in County Kerry; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21881/15]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Public Expenditure and Reform

The Office of Public Works is aware that there is some capacity currently within the permitted boat operators at Skellig Michael and it is, in response, preparing a competition process to issue new Boat Permits.

There are a number of legal issues to be assessed before any competition is held and these are being considered currently. If the relevant legal matters can be satisfactorily addressed, it will be the intention to advertise the competition publicly and any party who wishes can apply to be considered.

Any award of permit will be made only following the assessment and evaluation of all submissions and all applications received will be afforded due consideration.