As I indicated, the difficulty stems from the fact the individual has proposed to introduce into the whitefish fleet a vessel fitted with refrigerated sea water tanks. There is a moratorium in this regard for the time being, but it may not last forever. The Minister and my officials have spoken to the individual and it appeared he accepted the moratorium would remain in place for a while, though perhaps not for too long. As of now, the moratorium is in place, but that does not prevent the person or the Deputy from making representations.
I agree that his intention to upgrade his capacity to catch fish should be examined, but as of now the moratorium is in place.