Dingle (FHC) is one of the six designated Fishery Harbour Centres which are owned, managed and maintained by my Department under Statute.
A number of proposals to establish self hire boat operations at Dingle Fishery Harbour Centre have recently been received. Safety of all harbour users is a paramount concern and, in that context, consideration has to be given to overall capacity issues for the safe operation of the harbour.
In addition, before any final decisions are made, the implications, if any, for Public Procurement Guidelines will also have to be considered.