asked the Minister for Transport if he is aware that while all local fishery vessels use only VHF radio sets, there is no VHF receiver or transmitter in the radio station at Malin Head, County Donegal; and if he will make a statement on the matter.
Written Answers . - Maritime VHF Radio Service .
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: Plans for the establishment of a maritime VHF service based on both Malin Head and Valentia coast radio stations are well advanced and tenders for this work have been invited. The service will provide a constant watch on the calling/distress Channel 16 and also a public link-call service.