Fishing Industry Development

Dáil Éireann Debate, Thursday - 22 October 2015

Thursday, 22 October 2015

Questions (352)

Brendan Griffin

Question:

352. Deputy Brendan Griffin asked the Minister for Communications, Energy and Natural Resources his views on a proposal (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [36973/15]

Written answers

Minister of State at the Department of Communications, Energy and Natural Resources

I am advised that the fishery referred to by the Deputy is in private ownership and development proposals are primarily a matter for the fishery owner.

The owner had contacted Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) for advice as regards proposed works and IFI is prepared to assist, from a fishery perspective, in advising the owner of particular non in-stream works that will enhance the rivers production potential.

However I am advised that due to the presence of Pearl Mussels in the river any works that involve an-instream aspect will require appropriate planning and other statutory permissions from the relevant competent authorities. IFI have advised the owners of these requirements.