Harbour Authorities.

Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 21 June 2005

Tuesday, 21 June 2005

Ceisteanna (330)

John Perry

Ceist:

350 Mr. Perry asked the Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources his plans regarding the current situation with respect to the harbour master in Killybegs; if a harbour master is currently in place; if the former harbour master will be reinstated full-time; if another harbour master will be brought in to Killybegs; his long-term plans regarding this situation; and if he will consult groups from Killybegs regarding a decision on the harbour master. [20821/05]

Freagraí scríofa

Minister for Communications, Marine and Natural Resources (Mr. N. Dempsey)

The harbour master at Killybegs Fishery Harbour Centre is currently suspended pending the outcome of an internal disciplinary investigation. In the interim, arrangements have been made to have the harbour master duties carried out by the assistant harbour master at Killybegs in a temporary acting capacity.

It would not be appropriate for me to anticipate the outcome of the disciplinary investigation, nor to make any further comments on it. I have been advised, however, that, in keeping with the prescribed procedures for dealing with such matters, it is not proposed to engage in consultations with local groups regarding a decision in this case.