Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 29 June 2004
61 Mr. English asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources the position regarding an investigation into the aquaculture industry here; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [19291/04]
Amharc ar fhreagraA comprehensive review of the procedures for monitoring, control and enforcement in respect of aquaculture has been undertaken in my Department. The work involved is substantially completed and will be finalised as soon as possible. The review has considered, in particular, whether the extensive programme of monitoring and inspection currently in place for fish farms needs to be refined or reinforced. If changes are required to legislation, procedures or practices on foot of the review, the necessary action will be taken as a priority.
