Dáil Éireann Debate, Monday - 11 September 2017
1337. Deputy Seán Haughey asked the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine the reason camper vans are prohibited from the middle pier in Howth Harbour, Dublin; his views on whether this will adversely affect tourism in the area; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [38336/17]
View answerPursuant to the Fishery Harbour Centres Act 1968 (as amended), my Department has responsibility for the six Fishery Harbour Centres, including Howth. Howth Fishery Harbour Centre is first and foremost a working fishery harbour and its primary objective is to provide for the needs of fishermen and the fishing industry generally. However, Howth is also a very important tourist and leisure destination as you know, and my Department has to be conscious of balancing the various unique features that pertain in Howth Fishery Harbour Centre.
Parking is permitted within the limits of the Howth Fishery Harbour Centre for visitors and recreational users of the harbour, subject to compliance with traffic management markings and procedures. These procedures are in place to ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of the Harbour Centre. Parking of vehicles, plant or equipment that obstruct operations, block walkways or roadways is not permitted.
